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A black plate with cucumber salad dressed in a creamy sauce, topped with smoked salmon and sprinkled with sesame seeds and chili flakes. A small bowl of seeds and chopsticks are nearby.
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Philly Roll Cucumber Salad Recipe

Think the viral cucumber salad trend peaked? This Philly roll version says "hold my chopsticks!" Deconstructed sushi meets TikTok addiction in the most delicious way possible. Warning: you might eat the entire bowl in one sitting.
Prep Time15 minutes
Optional Cucumber Sweating15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 132kcal
Author: Kita Roberts

Equipment

  • Knife or Mandoline slicer
  • cutting board
  • Colander, for optional sweating of the cucumber
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

For the Philly Roll Cucumber Salad

  • 6 tablespoons whipped cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or a pinch of Kosher salt
  • 4 cups English cucumber (about 2 large English Cucumbers)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/8 teaspoon chili flakes or to taste

Garnish:

  • toasted sesame seeds
  • sliced green onions

Instructions

  • Wash and dry your cucumber. Using a knife or a mandoline, slice it into thin rounds (about 1/8-inch thick).
  • Optional Cucumber Sweating: Place the cucumber slices in a colander. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt and toss. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess water.
    A glass bowl filled with thinly sliced cucumbers sits on a white surface.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the whipped cream cheese, rice vinegar or lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the sliced cucumber and toss gently to coat. Fold in the red onion, scallions, and smoked salmon.
    A glass bowl containing a salad made of sliced cucumbers, creamy dressing, and flaked pieces of smoked salmon.
  • Sprinkle with chili flakes and taste for seasoning.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and extra scallions if desired.
    A glass bowl filled with sliced cucumbers and a creamy dressing, placed on a light-colored surface.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg