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Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat

Crisp Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat for a Refreshing Summer Dish

This Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat combines fresh cucumbers and sweet crab for a light, summer dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Persian Cucumbers You can substitute with Japanese cucumbers.
  • 8 ounces Imitation Crab Meat Shred by hand for texture.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can swap with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used sparingly.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional for a lower-sugar version.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and thinly slice the Persian cucumbers into julienne strips.
  2. Sprinkle cucumbers with sea salt and let sit in a colander for 5-10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. Gently squeeze cucumbers to remove excess water and set aside.
  4. Shred the imitation crab meat by hand into small pieces.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, and pepper, whisking until smooth.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and shredded crab meat, and drizzle dressing over. Toss lightly to coat.
  7. Garnish the salad with sesame seeds or fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley.
  8. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is perfect for summer gatherings and pairs well with other salads or light meals.

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