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Crab Salad

Easy Crab Salad: A Refreshing Delight for Any Occasion

This easy crab salad is a refreshing delight perfect for any occasion, boasting loads of flavor and satisfying textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Imitation Crab Meat Substitution: Use real crab meat for a richer taste.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Use yellow mustard in a pinch if you don’t have Dijon.
  • ½ cup Celery Finely chop for an even texture throughout.
  • ½ cup Red Bell Pepper Any sweet bell pepper variety will do.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Vinegar can be used as a substitute if lemon is unavailable.
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used instead; adjust the amount to your taste.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to suit your personal preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to suit your personal preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Optional; substitute fresh parsley for a different flavor profile.
  • as needed leaves Lettuce Leaves Crisp varieties like romaine or butter lettuce work best.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Salad Delight
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add 8 ounces of shredded imitation crab meat, ½ cup of mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Gently fold these ingredients together until well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Finely chop ½ cup of celery and ½ cup of red bell pepper, then add to the bowl. Squeeze in the juice of 1 fresh lemon, sprinkle in ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently for another 2-3 minutes.
  3. If using, add 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped dill to the mixture and fold in gently with a spatula for about a minute.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the chilled crab salad on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves or use it as a filling for sandwiches or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Taste and adjust seasoning before serving for optimal flavor. Serve in clear dishes to highlight vibrant colors.

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