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Kani Salad with Creamy Dressing is a must-try recipe!

Kani Salad with Creamy Dressing is a refreshing and flavorful salad featuring imitation crab meat and a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 cup imitation crab meat kani, shredded
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, shredded carrots, sliced cucumber, imitation crab meat, and chopped green onions. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
  4. If time allows, chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 15-30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a crunchier texture, add sliced radishes or bell peppers.
  • To make it a heartier meal, serve the salad over a bed of cooked quinoa or rice.

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