California Roll Cucumber Salad: A Crunchy, No-Cook Delight

Enjoy the refreshing California Roll Cucumber Salad, a crunchy, no-cook delight combining cucumbers, avocado, and imitation crab with a tangy dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 large Cucumber Provides crisp texture and hydration
8 ounces Imitation Crab Meat Adds a seafood flavor
1 Avocado Ensure it is ripe for easy dicing
2 Green Onions Use both white and green parts for added flavor

For the Dressing

2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free to maintain the recipe's gluten-free status
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Use toasted sesame oil for deeper flavor
1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust to taste
1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Used as a garnish

Equipment

mixing bowl
Small bowl
spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Begin by washing your cucumber. Slice it thinly into rounds or matchsticks.
Peel and dice a ripe avocado into small cubes, then chop the green onions.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, shredded imitation crab meat, diced avocado, and chopped green onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to chill.
Once chilled, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a more robust flavor, allow the salad to chill after dressing for 30 minutes. This lets the flavors meld beautifully.

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