California Roll Salad

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 17
Healthy and flavorful California Roll Salad
in Salad

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup water
1 small head iceberg lettuce , shredded
1 English cucumber , cut into 1 inch strips
2 avocados - peeled , pitted , and cubed
2 cups shredded imitation crabmeat
2 teaspoons wasabi powder , or to taste
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
374
Sugar
7g
Fat
23g
The California Roll Salad is a healthy and flavorful twist on the classic Japanese sushi roll. Instead of rice and seaweed, this salad swaps in shredded iceberg lettuce for a crunchy base, and uses cubed avocado and imitation crabmeat for a satisfying protein boost. The dressing is a spicy and tangy wasabi mayo that ties all the flavors together. This salad is perfect for those who love sushi but aren't in the mood for all the effort and carbs that come with rolling their own sushi.

Instructions

1.Rinse rice with cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together wasabi powder, mayonnaise, and soy sauce until smooth. Set aside.
3.In a separate small bowl, whisk together rice wine vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt until sugar dissolves.
4.In a large bowl, toss together cooked rice, shredded lettuce, cucumber strips, cubed avocados, and shredded imitation crabmeat. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
5.Serve immediately, garnished with additional wasabi mayo as desired.

PROS

The California Roll Salad is a low-calorie, low-carb, and gluten-free dish that is packed with protein and healthy fats from avocado and crabmeat.

It’s also a great way to enjoy the flavors of sushi without all the carbs and prep work.

CONS

The imitation crabmeat used in this recipe may not be as flavorful or nutritious as fresh crabmeat, and some may find the wasabi mayo dressing too spicy.

It should also be noted that this recipe uses white rice, which has a high glycemic index and may not be suitable for those with diabetes or insulin sensitivity.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The California Roll Salad is a great way to add more vegetables and healthy fats to your diet. The avocado in this recipe is high in monounsaturated fats, which can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Crabmeat is also a great source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.