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Close-up of California Roll Cucumber Salad with cucumber slices, shredded crab, sesame seeds, and creamy dressing

California Roll Cucumber Salad: A Fresh, Flavor-Packed Twist on Sushi


  • Author: MERIEM
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A refreshing California Roll Cucumber Salad made with crisp cucumber slices, tender crab meat, creamy mayonnaise dressing, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Inspired by the classic sushi roll, this dish is light, healthy, and perfect for quick lunches or summer dinners.


Ingredients

Scale

1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
1/3 cup crab meat (fresh or imitation)
1 medium avocado, diced
3 tbsp Kewpie mayonnaise (or regular mayonnaise)
2 tbsp cream cheese, softened (optional)
1 tbsp pickled ginger, chopped (optional)
2 tbsp soy sauce, low sodium
3 tbsp green onions, chopped
2 tsp sesame seeds (black, white, or a mix)
1 sheet nori, crumbled (optional)
Sriracha or sliced jalapeño, to taste (optional)


Instructions

Slice cucumber thinly using a sharp knife or mandolin.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, soy sauce, and optional cream cheese until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl or jar, combine cucumber, crab meat, avocado, green onions, and pickled ginger.
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and crumbled nori.
Serve immediately with optional sriracha or jalapeño for extra heat.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh to maintain cucumber crunch.
Can substitute crab with shrimp, tuna, or tofu.
Serve over sushi rice for a heartier meal.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: California Roll Cucumber Salad, cucumber sushi salad, crab avocado cucumber salad, low carb sushi salad