Description
Sushi Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that brings the flavors of Japan right to your table. This quick-to-make salad features crisp cucumbers and a creamy dressing, making it perfect for any occasion—be it a light lunch or a delightful appetizer at dinner parties. Packed with fresh vegetables and customizable protein options, this low-carb salad is not only guilt-free but also bursting with flavor thanks to ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices. Enjoy the vibrant taste of Sushi Cucumber Salad as a standalone dish or pair it with rice or quinoa for a more filling meal.
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 Imitation Crab, Smoked Salmon, Canned Tuna, or Shrimp
- Furikake or Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Spicy Mayo or Sriracha
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice cucumbers; dice if preferred.
- Peel and thinly slice onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whipped cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Add cucumbers, onions, and your choice of protein; toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with furikake or seasoning of choice; drizzle with spicy mayo if desired. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg