Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of this cool and creamy crab salad, perfect for any occasion. Tender crab meat mingles with crisp vegetables and zesty dressing, delivering a burst of flavor that transports you to a sun-kissed coastal paradise. Whether at a summer picnic or a fancy dinner, this salad is not just a dish—it’s an unforgettable experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter.
- Finely chop the celery and red onion to blend well into the salad.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gently fold in the crab meat, celery, red onion, and herbs into the dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with crackers or lettuce leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg