Weight Watchers Crabmeat Salad in Cantaloupe
Indulge in the ultimate light and refreshing summer dish with this Weight Watchers Crabmeat Salad in Cantaloupe. Perfectly blending sweet and savory, this recipe pairs tender lump crabmeat with a creamy mixture of light mayonnaise, non-fat Greek yogurt, crunchy celery, and zesty Dijon mustard. Served in hollowed-out cantaloupe halves for a stunning presentation, this low-carb, low-calorie recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and requires no cooking—making it ideal for hot days or effortless entertaining. Freshly squeezed lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley enhance the bright flavors, while the cantaloupe adds a natural sweetness that perfectly complements the crab. Whether served chilled as a light lunch or a healthy appetizer, this vibrant dish is a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe that feels as indulgent as it is nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole cantaloupes
- 200 grams lump crabmeat (picked through for shells)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (light or low-fat)
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
- 2 small scallions (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the cantaloupes in half and remove all the seeds using a spoon. Carefully scoop out some of the flesh to create a bowl-like cavity, leaving about 1 inch of flesh around the edges. Reserve the scooped-out flesh for later use in the salad or another recipe.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the lump crabmeat, light mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, chopped celery, scallions, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix well to combine.
Season the crabmeat mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. If desired, adjust the seasoning with additional lemon juice for extra tanginess.
Divide the crabmeat salad mixture evenly among the four cantaloupe halves. Fill each cavity generously and shape the salad neatly using a spoon.
Garnish the filled cantaloupe halves with chopped fresh parsley, if using.
Serve the crabmeat salad in cantaloupe immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to serve chilled. Enjoy the refreshing and light Weight Watchers dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2217 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.3 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.3 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 6152 mg | 131% | |
*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.
