Martini Crab
Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant Martini Crab recipe, a show-stopping seafood dish served in martini glasses for a sophisticated presentation. Featuring tender lump crab meat delicately folded with a zesty lime dressing, creamy mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a kick of hot sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, creamy, and spicy flavors. Crunchy diced celery, sweet red onion, and fresh chives add a refreshing texture and brightness, making it an ideal choice for entertaining. Garnished with a lime wedge and optional mixed greens, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and is perfect for pairing with crackers or serving as a light starter. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a romantic meal for two, this chic and easy-to-make crab dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Lump crab meat
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Hot sauce
- 1 stalk Celery, finely diced
- 2 tbsp Red onion, finely diced
- 1 tbsp Chives, finely chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 4 pieces Martini glass (for serving)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (for garnish)
- 1 cup Mixed greens (optional, for presentation)
- 12 pieces Cocktail crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Carefully pick through the lump crab meat to remove any shells or cartilage. Be gentle to keep the crab meat intact.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce until smooth and well-combined.
Add the diced celery, red onion, and chopped chives to the dressing. Stir to integrate the vegetables evenly into the mixture.
Gently fold the lump crab meat into the dressing. Be careful not to break up the chunks of crab.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
To serve, place a handful of mixed greens (if using) into the base of each martini glass for decoration.
Spoon the crab mixture into the martini glasses, dividing it evenly among all four servings.
Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and a sprinkle of extra chopped chives for a finishing touch.
Serve immediately with cocktail crackers on the side for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.3 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 908 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 643 mg | 14% | |
*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.
