Refreshing Cucumber Sushi Salad Recipe
This refreshing salad combines crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and seasoned sushi rice for a delightful dish. It's perfect as a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1 cup sushi rice
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 ripe avocado diced
- 1 small carrot cut into thin matchsticks
- ¼ cup shelled edamame
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Optional: strips of nori for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold running water until clear, then cook according to package instructions and cool.
- Whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, and sea salt in a small bowl until dissolved.
- Fold the vinegar mixture into the cooled sushi rice and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, avocado, carrots, and edamame, mixing gently.
- Add the seasoned sushi rice to the vegetable mixture and toss carefully.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the salad, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Toss lightly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Garnish with nori strips if desired.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Serve chilled for the best flavor.