Crab Salad

This delightful Crab Salad is an elegant option for any occasion, combining fresh crab meat, crunchy celery, and zesty onion in a creamy dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers & Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 lb fresh lump crab meat
1 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

For the Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Seasoning

to taste salt
to taste black pepper

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spoon
Airtight Container

Method

How to Make Crab Salad

Gather all your ingredients and wash the fresh produce thoroughly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice until well incorporated.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, chopped celery, and red onion.
Sprinkle in salt and pepper according to your taste.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an added touch, serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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