Description
Crab salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings the flavors of the sea right to your table. With tender lump crab meat, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this salad is perfect for summer picnics or elegant dinners. It’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests, making every bite a delightful experience. Recreate that beachside bliss at home with this quick and flavorful recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/3 cup high-quality mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh dill weed (or 1/2 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for easy access.
- Finely chop the celery and red onion.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold in the crab meat, celery, and onion, being careful not to break up the crab too much.
- Toss until just combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg