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Crab Salad

Fresh Crab Salad: A Creamy Delight for Every Occasion

Enjoy a delightful Crab Salad made with fresh crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Fresh lump crab meat is best.
  • 1 cup Celery Finely chopped.
  • 0.5 cup Red Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Dill or Parsley Chopped, mix for complexity.
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Preferably freshly squeezed.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Fresh Crab Salad, checking the crab for any shells.
  2. Wash and finely chop the celery and red bell pepper, and chop the herbs.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped celery and diced bell pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the crab meat with the veggies, then add the dressing.
  4. Combine until evenly coated and colorful.
Chilling and Serving
  1. Cover and chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  2. Serve on lettuce leaves or in mason jars for a beautiful presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a special touch, add fruits or nuts or garnish with more fresh herbs. Avoid freezing due to the mayonnaise base.

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