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Crab Salad

Fresh and Easy Crab Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing

This Crab Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing is a refreshing and easy dish filled with succulent crab meat and crunchy vegetables, 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: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitution: Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Substitution: White wine vinegar can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Substitution: Regular mustard can be used if Dijon is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional but recommended for flavor depth.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Enhances all other flavors.
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Use freshly ground for best flavor.
Salad
  • 2 cups Crab Meat (or Imitation Crab Meat) Ensure imitation crab is gluten-free if required.
  • 1 cup Celery Substitution: Cucumber can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1 medium Shallot (or Red Onion) Substitution: Green onion can be an alternative.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley, Chives, Dill) Use a mix or whatever is available.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Chop celery and finely dice shallot into small pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, gently fold in crab meat, celery, and shallot. Pour the dressing over and stir gently.
  4. Finely chop fresh herbs and fold into the salad.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Do not freeze.

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