Crab Cakes Lightened Up
Delight your taste buds with 'Crab Cakes Lightened Up,' a healthier twist on the classic seafood favorite! This recipe highlights fresh lump crab meat paired with creamy Greek yogurt and crisp panko breadcrumbs, creating a light yet satisfying texture. Seasoned with zesty Dijon mustard, a splash of lemon juice, and aromatic Old Bay seasoning, these crab cakes are bursting with vibrant, coastal flavors. Gently pan-seared to golden perfection with a light olive oil spray, they are low in fat yet big on taste. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant appetizer, these guilt-free crab cakes are served best with a squeeze of fresh lemon or your favorite light dipping sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep, this dish makes seafood indulgence feel effortlessly wholesome!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 454 grams Fresh lump crab meat
- 60 grams Plain Greek yogurt
- 120 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 15 grams Dijon mustard
- 5 ml Worcestershire sauce
- 15 ml Lemon juice
- 5 grams Old Bay seasoning
- 10 grams Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 20 grams Green onion, finely chopped
- Olive oil spray
- 2 grams Salt
- 1 gram Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
Gently fold in the fresh crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and green onion. Be careful not to break apart the crab meat too much.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8 evenly sized patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray.
Let the crab cakes chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to help them firm up.
Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with olive oil spray.
Cook the crab cakes in batches, about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
Carefully transfer the cooked crab cakes to a serving plate. Serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite light dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.2 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 542 mg | 12% | |
*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.
