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Cucumber Salad with Imitation Crab Meat and Smoked Salmon

Cultural Context

This salad combines elements from various cuisines, reflecting the fusion of flavors popular in modern American cooking. The use of imitation crab and smoked salmon highlights the accessibility of seafood in everyday meals, making it a refreshing choice for summer gatherings or potlucks. Variations abound, with some opting for fresh herbs or different seafood, catering to diverse tastes.

FusionUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 whole cucumber
4 oz cream cheese
1 cup imitation crab meat
1/2 cup onion
1 tablespoon capers
1 tablespoon freshly chopped chives
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons buttermilk ranch dressing
avocado (optional)

imitation crab meat

πŸ₯—Healthier: real crab meat

πŸ’°Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is often less expensive and provides a similar texture.

smoked salmon

πŸ₯—Healthier: smoked trout

πŸ’°Cheaper: cooked salmon

Cooked salmon is a more affordable option with a similar flavor.

cream cheese

πŸ₯—Healthier: Greek yogurt

πŸ’°Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

dill

πŸ₯—Healthier: parsley

πŸ’°Cheaper: oregano

Parsley is more common and can be used fresh or dried.

1

Slice the cucumber and place it in a bowl.

2

Add 4 oz of room temperature cream cheese to the bowl.

3

Add 1 cup of imitation crab meat to the bowl.

4

Add 1/2 cup of chopped onion to the bowl.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of capers to the bowl.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped chives to the bowl.

7

Add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder to the bowl.

8

Add 1 tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce to the bowl.

9

Add 3 tablespoons of buttermilk ranch dressing to the bowl.

10

Cover the bowl and shake until mixed well.

11

Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

12

Optionally, add chopped avocado and mix again.

Cooking Techniques

mixingslicing

Equipment Needed

bowlknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishshellfishmilkwheat

Also Known As

Crab and Cucumber SaladSeafood Cucumber Salad

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