Hot and Spicy Crab Salad
Dive into a burst of bold flavors with this Hot and Spicy Crab Salad—an irresistible fusion of fresh crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing that packs a fiery kick. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe combines succulent crab with the tangy heat of Sriracha, a splash of lime juice, and soy sauce for a umami-rich twist. Bright bites of cucumber, red bell pepper, and scallions add delicious crunch, while fresh cilantro and a touch of red chili pepper bring layers of aromatic spice. Served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, this no-cook salad is ready in just 20 minutes, making it the ultimate light and spicy dish for summertime gatherings or a quick, healthy lunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Fresh crab meat
- 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 small, diced Cucumber
- 1 small, finely chopped Red bell pepper
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced Scallions (green onions)
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 small, finely minced Red chili pepper
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
- 100 grams Mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, and soy sauce. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
Add the fresh crab meat to the bowl. Gently toss to coat the crab in the dressing.
Fold in the cucumber, red bell pepper, scallions, cilantro, and minced red chili pepper. Mix gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Arrange the mixed greens or lettuce on a serving platter or individual plates.
Spoon the crab salad mixture over the greens, spreading evenly.
Serve immediately as a refreshing and spicy salad. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or a wedge of lime.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.0 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1509 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 460 mg | 10% | |
*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.
