Crab Salad
A light and refreshing crab salad featuring sweet crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed salad greens (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, gently combine the crab meat, celery, red bell pepper, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and stir gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve the crab salad on its own or over a bed of mixed salad greens.
Notes
For extra crunch and flavor, add chopped toasted almonds or serve with crusty bread as a light lunch.
Find it online: https://foodnarrative.com/crab-salad-fresh-tangy/