Kamaboko Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Kamaboko Salad, a refreshing Japanese-inspired dish that combines crisp veggies and creamy sesame dressing with the subtle umami of kamaboko, a traditional fish cake. This no-cook recipe features thinly sliced cucumber, julienned carrots, and scallions tossed in a luscious blend of mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, topped with roasted sesame seeds for an irresistible nutty finish. Perfect as a light appetizer or a colorful side dish, this quick-and-easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and can be served chilled for a crisp, refreshing bite. Whether paired with mixed greens or enjoyed on its own, this Kamaboko Salad is a must-try for fans of Japanese cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 block (approximately 100g) Kamaboko (Japanese fish cake)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Carrot
- 2 stalks Green onion (scallion)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Roasted sesame seeds
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 cups Optional: Mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
Slice the kamaboko into thin strips or small bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Wash the cucumber thoroughly and cut it into thin half-moon slices. Sprinkle a small pinch of salt over the cucumber slices and let sit for 5 minutes. This will draw out excess water. After 5 minutes, gently squeeze the cucumber slices to remove the liquid and set aside.
Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchstick-sized pieces.
Thinly slice the green onions on a diagonal and set aside.
Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by combining mayonnaise, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and roasted sesame seeds. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the kamaboko, cucumber, carrot, and green onions. If using mixed greens or lettuce, add them to the bowl as well.
Pour the sesame dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the Kamaboko Salad to a serving dish and garnish with a pinch of extra roasted sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving for a more refreshing taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1102 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 745 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
