Crab Boats
Set sail for a delectable seafood adventure with these easy and elegant Crab Boats! Featuring fresh crab meat tossed in a creamy blend of mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and finely chopped veggies like celery, green onion, and parsley, this recipe delivers a burst of bright, briny flavor in every bite. Served atop crisp romaine or endive leaves, these "boats" make for a refreshing, low-carb appetizer or a light meal that's perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying al fresco. The addition of smoked paprika as an optional garnish adds a pop of color and a hint of smoky depth, while the no-cook preparation means you’ll have these on the table in just 15 minutes. Ideal for seafood lovers, these Crab Boats are a fresh, nutritious, and crowd-pleasing way to elevate your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup crab meat (fresh, cooked, or canned)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons celery (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 8 leaves romaine lettuce leaves (or endive leaves)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, green onion, and parsley.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.
Taste the crab salad and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Wash and pat dry the romaine or endive lettuce leaves to ensure they are fresh and crisp.
Spoon equal portions of the crab salad mixture into the lettuce leaves, shaping them into 'boats.'
If desired, sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika over each Crab Boat for added color and flavor.
Arrange the Crab Boats on a serving platter and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 3831 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 48.1 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 884 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
