Description
A quick and fresh salad that combines crunchy cucumber, soft avocado, and tasty crab without the need for rolling. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Cucumbers (English cucumbers preferred)
- 8 oz Imitation Crab or Crab Meat (or cooked shrimp/tofu)
- 1 medium Avocado (cubed just before serving)
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise (light mayo for a healthier option)
- 2 oz Cream Cheese (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (low-sodium if preferred)
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumber. Slice thin or chop into small bite-size pieces.
- Break the imitation crab or crab meat into small pieces and put in a bowl.
- Add the cucumber to the bowl with crab.
- Cube the avocado right before mixing and add it to the bowl.
- Mix mayonnaise, cream cheese, and soy sauce in a small dish until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a light crunch.
- Taste and add more soy sauce if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 1 day for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: salad, sushi, quick meal, healthy, cucumber salad, California roll