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Crab Salad

Deliciously Fresh Crab Salad: A Quick & Easy Delight

This Crab Salad is a refreshing and easy dish that combines tender crab meat with vegetables and herbs in a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can be replaced with yellow mustard.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can add more flavor.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferred.
Salad
  • 1 pound Crab Meat (or Imitation Crab Meat) Fresh lump crab is ideal.
  • 1 cup Celery Substitute with diced cucumber for lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Shallots (or Red Onion) Diced shallots preferred for mild flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley, Chives, or Dill) Mix according to preference.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Salad
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a sprinkle of paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, gently fold together crab meat, celery, and shallots until well combined, without breaking the crab too much.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the crab mixture and gently fold until uniformly coated.
  4. Carefully fold in the chopped herbs to enhance the aroma and freshness of the salad.
  5. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh crab meat and mix the dressing right before serving to avoid a runny salad.

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