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Crab Salad Recipe

Creamy Crab Salad Recipe for Refreshing Summer Bites

This Crab Salad Recipe combines tender crab meat with crunchy vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it perfect for summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 ounces Fresh lump crab meat Canned crab can be a substitute if well-drained.
  • 1 stalk Celery Finely chopped.
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Diced.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill or parsley Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Add to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather and wash all the ingredients for your Crab Salad Recipe. Inspect the crab meat for any shell fragments and discard them if found. Finely chop the celery and dice the red bell pepper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and lemon juice, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, gently fold together the chopped crab meat, celery, red bell pepper, and fresh herbs. Pour the dressing over the mixture and mix until well-coated.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve your Crab Salad on lettuce leaves or in mason jars, garnished with extra lemon wedges and herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors. Use fresh crab meat for the best taste and adjust seasoning according to your preference.

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