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Crab salad

Fresh Crab Salad: A Refreshing Taste of Summer Bliss

This crab salad is a delightful blend of lump crab meat, crisp vegetables, and zesty dressing, perfect for summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup lump crab meat fresh or canned
  • ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • ½ cup finely chopped celery use fresh
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently add crab meat and chopped celery to the dressing. Fold together carefully to maintain the crab's texture.
  3. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Taste the crab salad and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  5. Serve on a bed of lettuce or with crackers, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh herbs for visual appeal.

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