Asian Crab and Cuke Salad

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 4

Refreshing Asian Crab and Cuke Salad with a tangy twist

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cucumber , sliced
	salt and ground black pepper to taste
	1 package imitation crabmeat , coarsely chopped
	1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
	1 tablespoon soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

103

Sugar

Fat

Asian Crab and Cuke Salad is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for summer. It's made with sliced cucumbers and coarsely chopped imitation crabmeat, which are then tossed in a tangy dressing made with white wine vinegar and soy sauce. This salad is not only easy to prepare, but it's also healthy and low in calories. The main ingredient of this salad is cucumber, which is high in water content and low in calories, making it great for weight loss and hydration. The imitation crabmeat adds a touch of seafood flavor to the salad, but it's also high in sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

Instructions

1.	Place sliced cucumber in a bowl and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
2.	Add coarsely chopped imitation crabmeat.
3.	In a small bowl, whisk together white wine vinegar and soy sauce to make the dressing.
4.	Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

PROS

Easy to prepare, this salad is light and refreshing, perfect for summer days.

Cucumbers, which are the main ingredient of this salad, are low in calories and high in water content, making them great for weight loss and hydration.

CONS

The imitation crabmeat used in this recipe is high in sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.

This salad doesn’t have a lot of protein, so it’s recommended to pair it with another dish to make it a complete meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are a good source of antioxidants, which can help prevent cell damage and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
The soy sauce used in the dressing contains amino acids that can help lower blood pressure and improve heart health.