Description
Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight is a refreshing summer dish that combines crisp cucumbers and tender crab meat into a delightful medley of flavors. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or light dinners, this easy-to-make salad can be prepared in just 10 minutes. With its vibrant colors and satisfying crunch, it’s not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients like fresh vegetables and lean protein. Customize it to your taste by adding your favorite herbs or spices, making it a flexible option for any occasion. Whether served as an appetizer or a side dish, this salad is sure to impress seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Wash the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sea salt, Japanese mayonnaise, rice vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the sliced cucumber and imitation crab sticks to the bowl and gently toss until coated with the dressing.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately or chill for an extra refreshing taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg