Crab Salad with Jicama Avocado and Edamame
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Crab Salad with Jicama, Avocado, and Edamame—a light yet satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender cooked crab meat, crisp matchstick-cut jicama, creamy chunks of avocado, and protein-packed edamame, all tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing with a hint of spice from optional chili flakes or jalapeño. Fresh cilantro and sliced green onion add herbal brightness, while a bed of crisp mixed greens makes it irresistibly fresh. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is as quick as it is impressive, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve it as a standalone dish, a light lunch, or a colorful side—your guests will savor every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cooked crab meat
- 1 cup Jicama
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 cup Edamame (shelled, cooked)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Green onion (sliced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional: Red chili flakes or minced jalapeño
- 4 cups Mixed greens (for serving)
Instructions
1. Prepare the jicama by peeling and cutting it into thin matchstick-sized pieces until you have 1 cup.
2. Dice the avocado into bite-sized chunks and set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked crab meat, jicama, edamame, avocado, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. If desired, add red chili flakes or minced jalapeño for a spicy kick.
5. Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
7. To serve, place a handful of mixed greens onto each plate and top with the crab salad. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful and fresh salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 887 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 934 mg | 20% | |
*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.
