Crab Salad with Cream Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, zesty perfection of Crab Salad with Cream Cheese—an effortless appetizer or light meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe blends tender, flaky crab meat with velvety cream cheese, tangy mayonnaise, and a medley of fresh vegetables like finely diced celery and red onion, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Brightened with a splash of lemon juice and a hint of paprika, this irresistible salad is both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes and easily customizable, it’s ideal for serving chilled on cucumber slices, crackers, or even in sandwiches or wraps. Whether you're hosting a crowd or treating yourself, this creamy crab salad is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Imitation crab meat or lump crab meat
- 120 grams Cream cheese (softened)
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 stalk Celery (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika
- 100 grams Cucumber slices or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
If using imitation crab, gently shred it using your hands or a fork. If using lump crab meat, ensure it is free of shells and gently break it into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Add the diced celery, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Stir to combine.
Gently fold in the crab meat to avoid breaking it down too much, ensuring it is evenly coated in the cream cheese mixture.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the crab salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but highly recommended.
Serve the crab salad chilled with cucumber slices, crackers, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.4 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 3397 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.5 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 741 mg | 16% | |
*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.
