Delicious Crab Salad Recipe for Every Gathering
Delicious and refreshing, this Crab Salad Recipe is perfect for any gathering! Combining tender lump crab meat with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Whether served as a light meal, a side dish, or an appetizer on crackers, this salad is sure to impress your guests. With quick preparation in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile dish that shines at family gatherings, picnics, and potlucks alike. Plus, it’s low in calories yet high in protein, making it a healthy choice for those looking to indulge without guilt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4 to 6 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh dill or parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the celery and chop the red bell pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, gently combine the crab meat with the diced vegetables.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill or parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and fold gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg