Go Back
–+ servings
Kani Salad

Zesty Kani Salad: The Ultimate Refreshing Summer Delight

Enjoy a light and vibrant Kani Salad that's perfect for summer, featuring imitation crab, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 7 oz Imitation Crab Meat (Surimi) Can substitute with real crab or shrimp for a different flavor.
  • 2 pieces Cucumbers (Persian or Lebanese) Use English cucumbers if unavailable.
  • 1 cup Mango (fresh or frozen) If frozen, slice while still frozen for easier handling.
  • ½ Avocado Can be omitted or replaced with silken tofu for a vegan option.
For the Dressing
  • 3-4 tablespoons Kewpie Japanese Mayonnaise For a lighter option, use low-fat mayonnaise or reduce quantity.
  • 2.5 teaspoons Soy Sauce Opt for salt-reduced soy sauce for a healthier alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Rice Wine Vinegar Substitute with apple cider or white vinegar if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Sauce Adjust quantity to preference, or omit for a milder salad.
For Garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Use sunflower seeds for a nut-free option.
  • 2 teaspoons Panko Bread Crumbs Substitute with crushed tortilla chips for added flavor and crunch.

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

How to Make Kani Salad
  1. Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise, then cut them into thin julienne strips.
  2. Gently pull apart the imitation crab sticks into thin strips.
  3. Cut the mango into thin slices, then add them to the bowl with the cucumber and crab.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the Kewpie mayo, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sriracha.
  5. Divide the salad into two bowls, topping each with thin slices of avocado.
  6. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and panko bread crumbs on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Add a squeeze of lime juice for a zesty kick.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!