Description
This Classic Crab Salad is a simple, delicious, and refreshing dish perfect for lunch or holiday gatherings. Featuring tender crab meat combined with a tangy, creamy dressing and crisp celery, it’s enhanced with fresh herbs for a burst of flavor. Ready to serve in just 25 minutes, this salad offers a quick and elegant way to enjoy seafood.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Salad
- 1 pound crab meat (or imitation crab meat), roughly chopped
- 2 ribs of celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons finely diced shallot (or red onion)
- 1 tablespoon roughly chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or dill)
Instructions
- Make the dressing. In a bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, paprika, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined. Set this flavorful dressing aside.
- Stir it all together. In a large mixing bowl, add the roughly chopped crab meat, finely diced celery, and finely diced shallot or red onion. Pour the prepared dressing over the mixture and gently stir to evenly coat all ingredients without breaking up the crab too much.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle the roughly chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, chives, or dill over the top for a fresh, vibrant garnish. Serve the crab salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve for a refreshing cold dish.
Notes
- This crab salad is an excellent way to enjoy fresh or imitation crab meat, balancing creamy and tangy flavors with crunchy celery.
- Perfect for lunch, light dinners, or as a festive holiday dish.
- For an extra pop of flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning to the dressing.
- Watch preparation videos to perfect your technique and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 372 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1029 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
