Description
Sushi Cucumber Salad: Nutritious, Quick and Full of Flavor is the perfect way to enjoy a refreshing taste of Japanese cuisine. This vibrant dish combines crisp cucumbers, creamy cheese, and savory sauces, making it an ideal choice for light lunches, appetizers at dinner parties, or a healthy side at summer picnics. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this customizable salad fits seamlessly into any meal plan, especially for those following a low-carb lifestyle. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds delighted.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers
- 1 small red or white onion
- 4 oz whipped cream cheese
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup protein (imitation crab, smoked salmon, etc.)
- Toppings: furikake or everything bagel seasoning, spicy mayo or sriracha
Instructions
- Rinse and thinly slice the cucumbers and onion.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to the creamy mixture; stir well.
- Combine the sliced vegetables and protein into the bowl; fold gently until coated.
- Top with furikake or seasoning and drizzle with spicy mayo if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg