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Japanese Kani Side Salad

Deliciously Easy Japanese Kani Side Salad for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy a refreshing Japanese Kani Side Salad with vibrant flavors and textures that elevate any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Imitation Crab Meat Flaked for best taste
  • 2 medium Carrots Fresh and julienned
  • 4 cups Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup Canned Corn Ensure well-drained
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Full-fat or lighter options
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice For acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use sparingly
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds For added crunch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add flaked imitation crab meat, julienned carrots, shredded cabbage, and well-drained canned corn. Mix gently until evenly distributed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the mixed salad ingredients and toss using tongs until evenly coated.
  4. Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, give the salad a final toss to redistribute the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow the salad to chill for flavor development.

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