Description
Crab Salad is a refreshing seafood dish that captures the essence of coastal cuisine. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender crab meat with crunchy vegetables and a creamy dressing, making it perfect for picnics, lunches, or as an appetizer at gatherings. The delightful blend of Old Bay seasoning and fresh dill adds unique flavor notes, while its versatility allows you to enjoy it on its own, in sandwiches, or paired with crackers. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself to a quick meal, this Crab Salad is sure to impress with its delicious taste and vibrant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces imitation crab meat
- 1/2 small red onion (diced)
- 1 celery stalk (diced)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the imitation crab meat, diced red onion, and diced celery.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and gently stir until well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to four days for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg