Japanese Cucumber And Crab Salad

Japanese Cucumber and Crab Salad is a refreshing and light Japanese-inspired dish combining crisp cucumbers, sweet crab, and boiled eggs in a tangy soy-sesame dressing. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer, this salad is easy to prepare and full of flavor.

Dec 27, 2024 - 04:39
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Japanese Cucumber And Crab Salad
Prep Time 10 min
Cook Time 10 min
Serving 2
Difficulty Easy

Japanese Cucumber And Crab Salad is a light, refreshing dish that combines the crispness of cucumbers, the delicate sweetness of crab, and the richness of boiled eggs. Tossed in a tangy and savory dressing made with soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and a hint of sugar, this salad is bursting with umami flavors. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or light meal, it’s simple to prepare and packed with a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Whether served chilled on a hot summer day or as part of a Japanese-inspired menu, this salad is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 boiled eggs
  • 100 grams crab cakes
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar

Nutritional Information

  • Calories: 160
  • Protein: 10g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g

Directions

  1. Finely chop the cucumber and place it in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and set aside.

  2. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and vinegar. Mix well.

  3. Add the salted cucumber, boiled eggs (sliced or chopped), and crab cakes to the dressing. Toss everything together until evenly coated.