Zesty Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat for a Refreshing Meal

Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for warm days.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: APPETIZERS

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

3 cups Persian Cucumbers or Japanese cucumbers as a substitute
8 oz Imitation Crab Meat shredded by hand for best texture

For the Dressing

1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter take
2 tbsp Vinegar adjust to taste, rice vinegar recommended
1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for more flavor
1 tsp Sugar optional for a healthier option
1 tsp Pepper black or white pepper to taste

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
small bowl
Knife
cutting board

Method

Preparation

Start by julienning the cucumbers and sprinkling them with sea salt. Let them sit for about 5-10 minutes to draw out the moisture. Pat them dry afterward.
Gently shred the imitation crab meat into small pieces.
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic powder, sugar, and pepper until smooth.
In a large bowl, toss cucumber strips, shredded crab meat, and dressing gently.
Garnish and serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the salad enhances flavors. Consider adding fresh herbs or nuts for garnishing.

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