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asian cucumber salad with crab meat

Amazing Asian Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat

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A refreshing and light Asian cucumber salad featuring delicate crab meat, tossed in a tangy sesame-soy dressing. This quick and easy recipe is perfect as a side dish or appetizer.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 pound imitation crab meat, flaked
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and flaked crab meat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and crab mixture.
  4. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Garnish with cilantro or green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the dressing.
  • You can substitute fresh crab meat for imitation crab if preferred.
  • Ensure cucumbers are well-drained if they release a lot of water.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 75
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg