Easy Imitation Crab Salad
Whip up a refreshing and creamy seafood delight with this Easy Imitation Crab Salad, perfect for any occasion! Featuring tender, flaky imitation crab meat tossed with crisp celery, zesty red onion, and aromatic fresh dill, this simple recipe comes together in just 15 minutes—no cooking required. A tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a hint of paprika ties all the flavors together, creating a dish that’s light, flavorful, and satisfying. Serve it chilled as a standalone salad, a sandwich filling, or a cracker topping for the ultimate quick and versatile meal. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or prepping for a busy week, this imitation crab salad is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz imitation crab meat
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 2 stalks celery
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp paprika
Instructions
Begin by roughly chopping the imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Dice the celery into small, even pieces and add it to the bowl with the imitation crab meat.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl, ensuring the pieces are small to evenly distribute the flavor.
Chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it into the bowl for a fresh and herbaceous flavor.
In a small separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pour the mayonnaise dressing over the crab mixture and gently fold everything together using a spatula until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a salad on its own, or use it as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or as a topping for crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 3602 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 578 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.
