Description
California roll cucumber salad is the perfect summer dish that brings together fresh, vibrant flavors in a delightful, crunchy mix. Featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and savory soy sauce, this refreshing salad is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the eyes. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or simply looking for a light meal on a weeknight, this salad will transport you to sunny shores with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 firm cucumbers (sliced thinly)
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- 1 medium carrot (julienned)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 scallions (finely chopped)
- 1 sheet nori (optional, toasted and cut into strips)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Thinly slice cucumbers and sprinkle with salt to draw out moisture.
- Cook Sushi Rice: Rinse sushi rice until water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions and cool slightly before mixing with rice vinegar.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix cooled sushi rice with diced avocado, julienned carrots, chopped scallions, and sesame oil.
- Add Soy Sauce: Drizzle low-sodium soy sauce over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Assemble Salad: On a serving platter, layer cucumber slices as the base and top with the rice mixture. Sprinkle nori strips if using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: California
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg