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Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad

Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad: A Light, Fresh Delight

A vibrant Creamy Asian Cucumber Salad with crisp vegetables and silky tofu, perfect for quick meals and customizable to fit any dietary preference.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers English cucumbers are best for fewer seeds.
  • 1 cup Carrots Julienne for better texture.
  • 1 cup Edamame Shelled edamame saves time.
  • 1 cup Tofu Bake or pan-crisp for flavor boost.
  • 1 avocado Avocado Place on top to avoid browning.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Vegan cream cheese Use regular cream cheese if not vegan.
  • 1/4 cup Vegan mayonnaise Regular mayonnaise is a good alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili oil Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Switch to tamari for gluten-free.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds Optional but adds visual appeal.
  • 1 tablespoon Nori flakes Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • large serving bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing the cucumbers thoroughly and slicing them thinly for maximum crunch. Julienne the carrots.
  2. In a small bowl, combine vegan cream cheese, vegan mayonnaise, Sriracha, chili oil, and soy sauce. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Layer the salad in a bowl starting with cucumbers, followed by carrots, edamame, pan-fried tofu, and avocado on top.
  4. Spoon the creamy dressing over the layered salad, ensuring every component gets covered.
  5. If preparing for later, secure a lid on your jar and store it upright in the refrigerator.
  6. Before serving, give it a good shake in the jar or toss gently in the bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best eaten within 1-2 days for optimal texture; store in an airtight container.

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