California Roll Cucumber Salad: Crunchy, Fresh, and Low-Carb

The California Roll Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, low-carb twist on sushi, ready in just 10 minutes with vibrant flavors and customizable ingredients.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 cups Cucumber Thinly sliced, use a mandolin for even slices
8 oz Imitation Crab Meat Can substitute with diced tofu for a vegetarian option
3 stalks Green Onions Finely chopped
2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use coconut aminos for a gluten-free option
2 tbsp Spicy Mayo Can use regular mayo mixed with sriracha
1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste
1 medium Avocado Ensure ripeness for best flavor
1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Optional
to taste Pickled Ginger Optional
to taste Wasabi Optional

Equipment

Mandolin
Mixing Bowl
Knife

Method

Preparation Steps

Slice the cucumbers thinly using a mandolin or a sharp knife, aiming for slices around 1/8 inch thick, and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In the same bowl, add the imitation crab meat, finely chopped green onions, soy sauce, and spicy mayo. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.
Taste the salad mixture and adjust seasoning with kosher salt and pepper as preferred.
Layer sliced avocado on top, drizzle with extra spicy mayo, and sprinkle sesame seeds along with pickled ginger or wasabi if desired.
Serve immediately to enjoy the salad fresh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best experience, prepare and serve this salad immediately after mixing to maintain the crunchiness of cucumbers.

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