Crab Salad

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🦀 Crab Salad (Seafood Salad)

“Don’t Lose This Recipe!”

Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes (optional but recommended)
Total Time: 10–40 minutes

📝 Ingredients

  • 1 pound crab meat (imitation crab or real crab)
  • 1 minced shallot
  • 1/2 cup minced celery
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (highly recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional but delicious)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the crab

  • If using imitation crab, chop it into small bite-size pieces or shred it by pulling it apart with your fingers.
  • If using real crab, pick through to remove any shells.

2. Mix the vegetables

In a large bowl, add:

  • Minced shallot
  • Minced celery

These add crunch and freshness.

3. Make the dressing

Add to the bowl:

  • Mayonnaise
  • Lemon juice
  • Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Old Bay seasoning
  • Garlic powder
  • Black pepper
  • A pinch of salt

Stir until creamy and fully combined.

4. Add crab and mix

  • Gently fold in the crab meat until everything is evenly coated.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning (more lemon, Old Bay, or mayo if desired).

5. Chill (optional but recommended)

Refrigerate 30 minutes for best flavor and texture — the flavors blend beautifully as it rests.

6. Serve

Serve your crab salad:

  • In sandwiches or sliders
  • With crackers
  • In lettuce cups
  • Over a green salad
  • In a toasted hoagie roll (like a seafood roll!)

🍽️ Description

This crab salad is creamy, slightly tangy, and savory with crunchy celery and sweet, tender crab. It tastes like a restaurant seafood salad but is incredibly easy and fast to prepare.

💡 Tips for Success

  • Old Bay is the magic ingredient — don’t skip it!
  • For a lighter version, use half mayo, half Greek yogurt.
  • Add chopped pickles for a tangy deli-style twist.
  • If using real crab, be gentle — it’s more delicate than imitation.

🔢 Nutritional Information (approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 12g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbs: 6g
    (Values vary depending on real vs. imitation crab and mayo type.)

🌟 Conclusion

This classic crab salad is creamy, fresh, flavorful, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re making sandwiches, party appetizers, or a quick lunch, this recipe is always a hit.

⭐ Recommendation

Try mixing in:

  • Sweet corn
  • Diced cucumber
  • Chopped hard-boiled eggs
  • A splash of hot sauce or sriracha

💚 Embracing Healthful Indulgence

Make it lighter by using:

  • Low-fat mayo or Greek yogurt
  • Real crab (higher protein, fewer additives)
  • Extra celery or cucumber for crunch and volume

Still delicious — just a bit healthier!

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