Delicious Crab Salad Recipe for Every Gathering
Delight in the freshness of a Delicious Crab Salad Recipe for Every Gathering, a perfect blend of sweet crab meat and crisp vegetables tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. This refreshing dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes, but it also shines at any occasion—from casual picnics to elegant dinner parties. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this salad can be served on its own, in lettuce wraps, or as a topping for crackers. Enjoy a healthy, protein-packed option that is sure to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) lump crab meat
- 1 cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the crab meat by cleaning it if necessary. Dice the celery and red bell pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat with the diced celery and red bell pepper, folding gently to preserve the crab's texture.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill or parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg