Description
A refreshing and creamy cucumber salad with imitation crab meat, tossed in a flavorful dressing and topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
Ingredients
- 1 Persian cucumber
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (fine grain preferred)
- 6 oz imitation crab sticks (flaked or shredded)
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 pinch toasted sesame seeds
- 1 green onion stalk (thinly sliced)
Instructions
1. Julienne the cucumber into thin strips and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with sea salt, toss, and let sit for 5-10 minutes to draw out moisture. Gently squeeze out excess water and set aside.
2. Shred or slice the imitation crab sticks into fine pieces and set aside.
3. In a small bowl, mix sugar, garlic powder, mayonnaise, black pepper, and rice vinegar until smooth and well combined.
4. In a large bowl, combine cucumber, crab meat, and dressing. Gently toss until evenly coated without breaking the crab.
5. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve chilled.
Notes
Adjust seasoning to taste by adding more vinegar for tang or mayonnaise for creaminess.
For extra flavor, chill the salad for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Optional additions include chili flakes for heat or a splash of soy sauce for umami.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300-350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15-20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20-25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20-25 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg