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Sushi Cucumber Salad

Delicious Sushi Cucumber Salad for a Refreshing Twist

This Sushi Cucumber Salad combines refreshing cucumber and creamy dressing for a delightful twist on traditional salads.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups English Cucumbers Seedless varieties for best crunch
  • 1 medium Red or White Onion
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Cheese Regular cream cheese can be blended
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use your favorite brand
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar may work
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Opt for toasted for boosted flavor
Protein Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Imitation Crab Substitute with chickpeas or tofu for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Smoked Salmon
  • 1 cup Canned Tuna
  • 1 cup Shrimp
Toppings
  • to taste Furikake or Everything Bagel Seasoning
  • to taste Spicy Mayo or Sriracha

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing the English cucumbers and slicing them thinly to ensure a refreshing crunch in your Sushi Cucumber Salad. Aim for about 1/8-inch thick slices.
  2. In a separate bowl, blend together whipped cream cheese with mayonnaise until smooth. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, stirring well to combine.
  3. Fold in your choice of protein mix-ins like imitation crab, smoked salmon, or canned tuna, stirring gently.
  4. Gently fold the cucumber and onion slices into the creamy dressing mix until perfectly coated.
  5. Transfer the assembled salad to a serving bowl, and sprinkle your choice of toppings such as furikake or spicy mayo before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the salad immediately for the best crunch. Adjust soy sauce or rice vinegar to suit your taste.

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