Sushi Cucumber Salad: Nutritious, Quick, and Full of Flavor
Sushi Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Combining crisp cucumbers and creamy dressing, this low-carb salad offers a delightful explosion of flavors that will impress your guests. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a nutritious side dish packed with fresh ingredients and protein. Ideal as an appetizer or a light meal, this customizable salad is sure to become a favorite at your gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Japanese
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
- Optional: Furikake or Everything Bagel seasoning, spicy mayo or Sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumbers by slicing them lengthwise and scooping out seeds if necessary. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the onion; soak in cold water briefly if using red onion to reduce sharpness.
- In a mixing bowl, combine whipped cream cheese, mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth.
- Add cucumbers and onions to the dressing and gently fold in your choice of protein.
- Serve chilled; top with furikake or spicy mayo for an extra kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg