California Roll Cucumber Salad Recipe
A fresh and light California Roll Cucumber Salad inspired by the classic sushi roll. This simple salad combines crunchy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and savory crab meat, all sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a wholesome snack.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Salad Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup crab meat, shredded or chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
- Prepare Cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline for even, crisp pieces.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced cucumbers with the crab meat and diced avocado to evenly distribute the flavors without mashing the avocado.
- Add Sesame Seeds: Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad and lightly toss again to incorporate the nutty crunch.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of soy sauce or rice vinegar.
- Use fresh crab meat for best taste or substitute with imitation crab if preferred.
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant for enhanced flavor.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing salad experience.
Keywords: California roll salad, cucumber salad, crab meat salad, avocado salad, sesame seeds, no-cook salad