Description
California Roll Cucumber Salad is a refreshing summer dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers with the creaminess of avocado, all enhanced by a tangy dressing. Ideal for picnics or casual dinners, this salad offers a delightful crunch and vibrant flavors reminiscent of sushi. Enjoy it as a light side dish or a satisfying snack, making every meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and slice them into rounds or half-moons.
- Halve the avocado, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and dice it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine cucumbers, avocado, and green onions.
- Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss gently to avoid mashing the avocado.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top as an elegant garnish.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American/Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg