In a large mixing bowl, add 8 ounces of shredded imitation crab meat along with ½ cup of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Using a spatula, gently fold these ingredients together until the crab meat is thoroughly coated in the creamy mixture. Aim for an even consistency that showcases the beautiful colors of the crab and dressing, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Finely chop ½ cup of celery and ½ cup of red bell pepper, then add them to the bowl. Squeeze in the juice of 1 fresh lemon, sprinkle ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Stir gently until all the ingredients in the Crab Salad Delight are well-combined and you see vibrant pops of color from the veggies, about 2-3 minutes.

If desired, add 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped dill to the mixture for an aromatic touch. Fold the dill in gently with your spatula, allowing its bright flavor to infuse throughout the salad without mashing any of the ingredients. This step should take about a minute.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a refreshing and cohesive dish.

To serve, arrange the chilled crab salad on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves, such as romaine or butter lettuce, for added freshness. You can also use it as a filling for sandwiches or serve it with crackers.