Easy California Roll Cucumber Salad
All the flavors of a California roll in a light, refreshing cucumber salad—crab, avocado, rice vinegar, and sesame for a sushi-inspired side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2–4 servings
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Light Meal
- Method: No-Cook, Tossed
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired, Fusion
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers (English or Persian), sliced into half-moons
1 cup imitation crab (surimi), chopped or shredded
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
2 tbsp green onions, sliced
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp sriracha (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prepare Veggies: In a bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, crab, avocado, green onions, and sesame seeds.
Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha (if using), salt, and pepper.
Toss & Serve: Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes.
Notes
For extra crunch, top with crushed seaweed snacks or crispy wonton strips.
Add cooked rice to turn it into a deconstructed California roll bowl.
Use real crab meat for a premium upgrade.
Best eaten fresh due to avocado.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/easy-california-roll-cucumber-salad/
