Delicious Crab Salad Recipe for Every Gathering
If you’re looking for a refreshing dish that adds flair to any gathering, this Delicious Crab Salad Recipe is just what you need. Bursting with fresh vegetables and tender crab meat, it’s elevated by a zesty lemon dressing that brings every ingredient to life. Perfect as a light meal or a sophisticated side dish, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Serve it in lettuce cups, on toasted bread, or as a filling for sandwiches, and watch it become the star of your table. With its delightful texture and robust flavors, this crab salad is sure to impress your guests while keeping things light and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4–6 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lump crab meat, cleaned
- 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
- Gently clean the lump crab meat to remove any shells. Dice the celery and red bell pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and lemon juice until blended.
- Add diced celery and red bell pepper, mixing until evenly coated.
- Carefully fold in the crab meat without breaking it apart too much.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in chopped dill or parsley.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg