Transform your summer dining with this vibrant Crab Cucumber Salad in Tomato Cups—a refreshing appetizer that doubles as an impressive centerpiece. Juicy beefsteak tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a zesty blend of flaky crab meat, crisp cucumber, red onion, and fresh dill, all tossed in a creamy lemony dressing. With no cooking required and only 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a healthy weekday treat. Serve these chilled tomato cups as a beautifully presented, flavor-packed starter or a light side dish. Bursting with fresh ingredients and tangy, herbaceous notes, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and elevate your table. Ideal for seafood lovers, picnic menus, and low-carb or gluten-free diets!
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
Using a sharp knife, cut the tops off the tomatoes and carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp with a spoon, creating hollow cups. Set the hollowed tomatoes upside-down on a paper towel to drain any excess liquid.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, diced cucumber, red onion, and fresh dill.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the crab and cucumber mixture, and gently toss to combine.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Carefully fill each hollowed tomato cup with the crab cucumber salad mixture, slightly mounding the filling on top.
Chill the stuffed tomato cups in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the tomato cups cold as a refreshing appetizer or light side dish.
Calories |
704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 2048 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2800 mg | 60% | |
*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.