🥒🍣 Easy California Roll Cucumber Salad! 🌸✨
Fresh, crunchy, and bursting with flavor — this cucumber salad has all the California roll vibes without the sushi rolling stress! 🥢 A refreshing side or light lunch that’s sure to be a favorite. 💚
🛒 Ingredients:
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 cup imitation crab, shredded or chopped
1 ripe avocado, diced
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp sriracha (optional for a kick!)
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 green onion, sliced
Crushed nori (seaweed snacks), for topping
👩🍳 Directions:
Prep the cucumbers:
Slice cucumbers thinly and lightly salt them. Let sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry to remove excess moisture.
Make the dressing:
In a bowl, whisk together mayo, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and sriracha (if using).
Combine:
In a large bowl, gently mix cucumbers, crab, and avocado. Pour in the dressing and toss lightly.
Finish it off:
Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed nori for that sushi-inspired flair!
⏱ Time: 15 min prep | No cook
🍽 Serves: 4
💡 Tip: Want a low-carb version? Use Japanese mayo and skip the sugar!