Crab Salad
This crab salad is a blend of imitation crab, vegetables and herbs, all tossed in a simple creamy dressing. A quick and easy salad that’s perfect served over lettuce, with crackers, or in a sandwich.
Prep: 10min
Total: 11min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 309 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 625 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 pound imitation crab meat (flaked style, or sticks cut into slices)
- 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 3 tablespoons red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped, plus more for garnish)
Instruction:
- Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl. Stir gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, or cover and chill for up to 2 days.
- Sprinkle with additional chopped dill for garnish if desired.
Crab Salad (Seafood Salad)
Crab Salad with celery and mayonnaise is a delicious and inexpensive way to enjoy the classic Seafood Salad we all grew up with.
Prep: 10min
Total: 10min
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 21 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 971 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 pound imitation crab (, krab meat)
- 1 shallot (, minced (you can use red onion if you need))
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup celery (, minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dill
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Instruction:
- In a large bowl add all the ingredients together gently, stirring until well coated.
- Refrigerate for an hour before serving.
Crab Salad
This delicious crab salad is hearty and cool, perfect for sandwiches or a side dish! Each bite is loaded with meaty crab, lemon, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice for flavor you won’t be able to resist. It’s the perfect companion for all of your summer get-togethers!
Prep: 10min
Total: 10min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 406 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 32 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 1203 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, unSaturated Fat 26 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Imitation Crab, (flaked)
- 1/3 cup Celery, (finely diced)
- 2 tbsp Shallot, (finely diced)
- 3/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Dried Dill
- 1 tsp Dried Parsley
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne Pepper, (optional)
Instruction:
- Add the crab to a large bowl and use a fork to flake the pieces apart. Add the diced celery and diced shallot.
- In a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, seasonings, and herbs. Whisk to combine.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the crab ingredients and mix well.
- Serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to use.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or dill for garnish if desired.
- Serve as is, on a bun, with crackers, on lettuce, in a croissant, any way you like!
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What goes good with crab salad?
- Mexican Corn on the Cob.
- Cheesy Stuffed Bell Peppers.
- Balsamic Sautéed Carrots.
- Buttery and Fluffy Mashed Potatoes.
- Pickled Veggies.
- Crab Lettuce Wraps.
- Chicken Fajita Quesadilla with Cheddar Cheese.
- Caramelized Onions.
What ingredients go well with crab?
- Steamed Artichokes with Garlic and Butter.
- Cottage-Cut French Fries.
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts.
- Lemon and Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce.
- Brandy-Infused Mayonnaise Dip.
- Twice-Baked Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
- Zucchini, Onion and Corn Hash.
- Almond Caesar Salad.
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