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Sushi Cucumber Salad

Sushi Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing, Customizable Delight

Sushi Cucumber Salad is a delightful and customizable dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large English Cucumbers Crisp and refreshing; opt for seedless varieties for the best crunch.
  • 1 medium Red or White Onion Adds sharpness; sweet onions work well for a milder taste.
For the Dressing
  • 8 oz Whipped Cream Cheese Can substitute with regular cream cheese.
  • 3 tbsp Mayonnaise Choose your favorite brand.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Toasted offers extra flavor.
For the Protein
  • 1 cup Imitation Crab/Smoked Salmon/Canned Tuna/Shrimp Chickpeas or tofu are great substitutes.
For Toppings
  • 2 tbsp Furikake/Everything Bagel Seasoning Enhances flavor and texture.
  • 2 tbsp Spicy Mayo/Sriracha Adds heat.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice the vegetables: Thinly slice the English cucumbers and onion to ¼-inch thickness in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Prepare the dressing: In a separate bowl, blend whipped cream cheese, mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth.
  3. Add the protein: Incorporate your choice of protein into the dressing and mix gently.
  4. Combine everything: Add sliced cucumbers and onions to the dressing, folding gently to coat.
  5. Serve and garnish: Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle toppings and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, use seedless cucumbers and serve immediately after mixing.

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