Ingredients

8 ounces surimi crabmeat , shredded
1 cup chopped cucumber
2 green onions , sliced
1/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped pickled ginger
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 ripe avocado , diced
1 sheet nori , toasted and torn
Catelli Bistro California Sushi Pasta Salad with Pickled Ginger Dressing is a fusion recipe that combines the flavors of sushi with a classic pasta salad. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a summer BBQ. It is a versatile recipe that can be customized to suit your preferences by adding your favorite sushi fillings like crabmeat, cucumber, and avocado to the dressing. It is also easy to prepare and can be made in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and rinse with cold water.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together canola oil, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, pickled ginger, sesame seeds, and sesame oil until well combined.
3.Add the cooked pasta, shredded surimi crabmeat, chopped cucumber, sliced green onions, diced avocado, and torn nori sheet.
4.Toss everything together until well coated with the dressing.
5.Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This pasta salad is a unique twist on traditional sushi rolls, combining the flavors of sushi with the convenience of a pasta salad.

It is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.

The pickled ginger dressing adds a tangy and refreshing flavor to the salad.

CONS

This salad contains surimi crabmeat which is an imitation crabmeat that may not be as flavorful or nutritious as real crabmeat.

It also contains soy sauce which is high in sodium and may not be suitable for people on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a good source of protein from the surimi crabmeat and healthy fats from the avocado.
It is also rich in fiber from the vegetables and complex carbohydrates from the pasta.
The pickled ginger in the dressing may aid in digestion and may have anti-inflammatory properties.

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