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Sushi Cucumber Salad

Deliciously Cool Sushi Cucumber Salad Just for You

Discover the light and refreshing Sushi Cucumber Salad, customizable and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large English Cucumbers opt for seedless varieties
  • 1 medium Red or White Onion sweet onions for a milder flavor
For the Dressing
  • 4 oz Whipped Cream Cheese regular cream cheese works too
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise use your favorite brand
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar apple cider vinegar as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil toasted sesame oil for more flavor
For the Protein (Optional)
  • 1 cup Imitation Crab, Smoked Salmon, Canned Tuna, or Shrimp chickpeas or tofu as vegetarian alternatives
For the Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Furikake or Everything Bagel Seasoning swap with any favorite seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Spicy Mayo or Sriracha adjust quantity based on spice tolerance

Equipment

  • knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by thinly slicing the English cucumbers and red or white onion. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the whipped cream cheese, mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add your choice of protein into the creamy dressing and gently fold until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the sliced cucumbers and onions into the dressing until thoroughly coated.
  5. Transfer your Sushi Cucumber Salad to a serving dish, garnish with furikake or spicy mayo, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is designed to delight your taste buds while keeping your meal light and refreshing.

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