Description
A delightful fusion of sushi flavors in a refreshing pasta salad, perfect for light meals or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta shapes
- 1 cup imitation crab, flaked (or cooked shrimp, diced)
- 1 cup cucumber, julienned
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 sheet nori, crumbled (or 1 tsp furikake seasoning)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 2 tbsp mayo (for spicy mayo)
- 1 tsp sriracha (for spicy mayo)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, garlic, and sriracha (if using).
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, imitation crab (or shrimp), cucumber, avocado, shredded carrots, green onions, sesame seeds, and crumbled nori.
- Dress & Serve: Drizzle the sesame-soy dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Garnish with spicy mayo, extra sesame seeds, and green onions. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup.
- Can be served cold or at room temperature.
- Great as a side dish or a light main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and boiling
- Cuisine: Japanese-Italian fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg