Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight
Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight is the ultimate summer dish that captures the freshness of seasonal produce and delightful flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines crisp Persian cucumbers with savory imitation crab, all enveloped in a creamy dressing enhanced by a hint of tanginess. Perfect for summer gatherings or casual dinners, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a treat for the taste buds. With just ten minutes of preparation, you can enjoy this refreshing dish that embodies the essence of warm days and outdoor feasts. It’s light yet satisfying, making it an ideal choice for healthy meals any time of year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 Persian cucumber
- 6 oz defrosted imitation crab sticks
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1½ tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- A pinch of black pepper
- 1 chopped green onion stalk
- A pinch of roasted white sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse the Persian cucumber under cold water, trim the ends, and slice into thin rounds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumber, defrosted imitation crab sticks, and sea salt; toss gently to coat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Japanese mayonnaise, rice vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, and black pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber mixture and fold gently to combine.
- Add chopped green onions and toss again.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with roasted white sesame seeds just before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg