Whole30 Classic Crab Roll
Dive into the fresh, flavorful world of the Whole30 Classic Crab Roll—your new go-to for a healthy, satisfying meal. This quick and easy recipe swaps traditional bread for crisp, tender lettuce leaves, making it perfect for anyone following a Whole30 or gluten-free lifestyle. Packed with succulent fresh crab meat, finely diced celery, Whole30-compliant mayonnaise, vibrant herbs like dill and chives, and a touch of zesty lemon juice, every bite bursts with refreshing flavors. Optional slices of avocado and a sprinkle of microgreens add extra creaminess and a pop of color to this crowd-pleasing dish. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for lunch, appetizers, or light dinners, these crab rolls are as elegant as they are nutritious. Perfect for those seeking paleo-friendly, dairy-free, and guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh crab meat
- 8 leaves large lettuce leaves (such as Boston or Bibb lettuce)
- 0.25 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dill, minced
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Whole30-compliant)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium avocado, sliced (optional for serving)
- 0.25 cup frisée or other microgreens (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, Whole30-compliant mayonnaise, diced celery, lemon juice, minced dill, chopped chives, and Dijon mustard.
Stir the mixture gently to combine all ingredients well, ensuring the crab meat remains in nice large pieces.
Season the crab mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as desired.
Carefully wash and dry the large lettuce leaves, ensuring they are intact to hold the crab mixture.
Scoop a generous portion of the crab mixture onto each lettuce leaf, dividing the crab salad equally among the 8 leaves.
If desired, place a slice of avocado on top of the crab salad on each lettuce leaf for additional creaminess.
Optional: Garnish the crab rolls with some frisée or microgreens to add a touch of color and texture.
Serve immediately as a light lunch or appetizer, enjoying the freshness of the ingredients and the satisfying flavors of the crab roll.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.5 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 6584 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 99.3 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 669 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2914 mg | 62% | |
*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.
