Lemony Crab Salad with Baby Greens
Fresh, vibrant, and effortlessly elegant, this Lemony Crab Salad with Baby Greens is a showstopping dish that combines the sweet, delicate flavor of fresh crab meat with the zesty brightness of a lemon vinaigrette. Tossed with tender baby greens, creamy diced avocado, and crisp radish slices, this salad is a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. A dash of lemon zest and a sprinkle of fresh chives take this Mediterranean-inspired recipe to the next level, while the homemade honey-Dijon dressing ties everything together with a tangy-sweet finish. Perfect as a refreshing starter or a light entrée, this no-cook dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for both casual brunches and elegant gatherings. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete, gourmet experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams fresh crab meat
- 150 grams baby greens mix
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 2 small radish, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
1. In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined. Set aside for the flavors to meld.
2. In a large salad bowl, gently toss the baby greens mix with half of the prepared lemon dressing until the leaves are lightly coated.
3. Add the fresh crab meat on top of the greens, being careful to keep the chunks intact for best presentation.
4. Sprinkle the diced avocado, thinly sliced radishes, and lemon zest over the salad for added color and texture.
5. Drizzle the remaining lemon dressing over the crab and toppings to ensure even flavor distribution.
6. Garnish the salad with finely chopped chives for a fresh finish.
7. Serve immediately as a light entrée or as a starter, paired with crusty bread or crackers if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 827 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 513 mg | 11% | |
*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.
