Imitation Crabmeat Sandwich
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this quick and delicious Imitation Crabmeat Sandwich! Perfectly blending flaky imitation crabmeat, creamy mayonnaise, crisp celery, and tangy dill pickles, this recipe delivers a balance of flavor and texture in every bite. A touch of Dijon mustard and a splash of lemon juice add a zesty twist that keeps things light and refreshing, while melted butter brings indulgent richness to the golden-toasted bread. Topped with fresh lettuce, this easy-to-make sandwich is an ideal meal for seafood lovers seeking a budget-friendly and satisfying option. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick grab-and-go snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams imitation crabmeat
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 stalks celery
- 2 tablespoons dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Finely chop the celery into small pieces.
Dice the dill pickles into small chunks.
In a mixing bowl, combine the imitation crabmeat (shredded or chopped as preferred), mayonnaise, chopped celery, diced pickles, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
Spread the butter evenly over one side of each slice of sandwich bread.
Place two slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden and warm.
Remove the bread from the skillet and assemble the sandwich by layering a lettuce leaf on the unbuttered side of one slice.
Spoon the crabmeat mixture generously on top of the lettuce.
Top with another slice of bread (buttered side facing out).
Repeat for the second sandwich.
Slice the sandwiches in half if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1031 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3330 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 449 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.
