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Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight

Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight for Fresh Summer Crispness

A refreshing Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight, perfect for quick lunches or light dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Persian Cucumbers Crunchy and sweet, substitute with Japanese cucumbers if needed.
  • 8 oz Imitation Crab Meat Adds protein and sweetness; hand-shred for better texture.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use low-fat or vegan mayo for a lighter option.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Adjust to taste for balanced flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a stronger punch.
  • 1 tsp Sugar Can be omitted for a lower-sugar version.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust depending on preference.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Sprinkle on top before serving.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Knife
  • colander
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing and drying the Persian cucumbers. Julienne them into thin strips and sprinkle with sea salt. Let sit in a colander for about 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. Shred the imitation crab meat into small, bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, rice vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, and black pepper. Whisk until creamy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cucumber strips and crab meat. Drizzle dressing over and gently fold until coated.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve immediately while chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, use Persian cucumbers and hand-shred crab meat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to enhance freshness.

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