Description
This refreshing crab salad recipe embodies the essence of summer with every bite. Picture succulent crab meat combined with crisp celery and zesty dressing, creating a delightful dish perfect for picnics or dinner parties. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, this crab salad is a flavorful crowd-pleaser that?s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, ensuring the crab meat is shell-free.
- Finely dice the celery and red onion.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and herbs until smooth.
- Gently fold in the crab meat and chopped vegetables until well combined.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve in lettuce cups or on plates, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg