Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight Recipe
This refreshing Cucumber Salad with Crab Meat Delight combines crisp Persian cucumber with tender imitation crab sticks, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, rice vinegar, and flavorful seasonings. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and green onion, this simple no-cook salad is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish that’s quickly prepared and bursting with fresh flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cucumber:
- 1 Persian cucumber
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (fine grain preferred)
For the Imitation Crab:
- 6 oz imitation crab sticks (flaked or shredded)
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tbsp mayonnaise (Hellmann’s recommended)
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
For the Garnish:
- 1 pinch toasted sesame seeds
- 1 green onion stalk (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber: Julienne the Persian cucumber into thin strips and place in a small bowl. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp sea salt, toss to evenly coat, and let sit for 5-10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. After resting, gently squeeze the cucumber strips to remove the liquid and set aside.
- Prepare the Imitation Crab Meat: Shred or slice the imitation crab sticks into fine pieces or lengthwise strips, depending on your preference. Set aside until ready to use.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix together 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1.5 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 pinch black pepper, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Adjust seasonings if desired to tailor the flavor.
- Combine and Toss Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared cucumbers, shredded crab meat, and creamy dressing. Gently toss together until everything is evenly coated, taking care not to break up the crab meat too much.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onion. Serve cold immediately or chilled for best refreshing flavor.
Notes
- Be gentle when mixing to prevent the imitation crab from breaking apart.
- Allowing the cucumber to sit with salt helps improve texture by reducing water content.
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of sriracha or chili flakes to the dressing.
- Use Persian cucumber for its thin skin and minimal seeds, which enhance texture.
Keywords: cucumber salad, crab salad, imitation crab recipe, creamy dressing, easy salad, no-cook recipe, quick appetizer
