Crab Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of a fresh Crab Salad, perfect for any occasion. This dish combines tender lump crab meat with crisp cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and zesty dressing, creating a delightful medley that transports you to sunny shores. Whether served at a picnic or as a light lunch, this salad is visually stunning and incredibly satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 48 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean cutting board. Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Stir until smooth.
- Gently fold in the crab meat and diced vegetables into the dressing mixture without breaking the crab lumps.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Taste-test and adjust seasoning if needed before serving. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise. - Add diced avocado for creaminess or jalapeños for an extra kick. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.