Creamy Crab Salad Recipe
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delightful Creamy Crab Salad. Perfect for a light lunch or as an appetizer, this salad is bursting with flavor and textures that will surely satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb real crab meat or imitation crab, sliced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Add-ins:
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Crab: If using real crab, check for shells and gently shred it. If using imitation crab, roughly chop or pull apart into chunks.
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add crab meat, celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the dressing. Stir gently to combine without breaking up the crab too much.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled on crackers, lettuce cups, or as a sandwich filling. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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