Yummy Crab Salad
Dive into a seafood lover's dream with this Yummy Crab Salad, a refreshing, creamy dish that combines tender chunks of succulent crab meat with a medley of crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. This easy recipe marries the rich flavors of mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard with the brightness of fresh lemon juice and aromatic dill, creating a perfectly balanced salad. Finished with crunchy celery, vibrant red bell pepper, and a sprinkling of paprika, this chilled crab masterpiece is ready in just 15 minutes. Ideal for a light lunch or as an elegant appetizer served over mixed greens or with buttery crackers, this crowd-pleaser is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're entertaining or simply treating yourself, this irresistible crab salad is sure to impress while satisfying any seafood craving.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Cooked crab meat (lump or claw)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup Celery (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup Red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Gently fold in the cooked crab meat, ensuring the meat stays in nice chunks.
Add the diced celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and fresh dill to the bowl. Mix lightly to distribute the vegetables evenly.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as necessary.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the crab salad over a bed of mixed salad greens or alongside crackers for a delightful and refreshing dish.
Optionally, sprinkle a light dusting of paprika on top for color and garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.9 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 6739 mg | 293% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 116.8 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1029 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 4450 mg | 95% | |
*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.
