Description
Creamy Crab Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together tender crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a rich, creamy dressing. This versatile salad is perfect for busy nights, weekend gatherings, or as an elegant appetizer. Its vibrant flavors and smooth texture make it an appealing choice for both adults and kids alike. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this healthy option is low in calories yet high in protein, ensuring you don’t have to compromise on taste. Enjoy it on its own, in sandwiches, or served on a bed of greens for a light meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 450 g crab meat (drained or canned)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
- 1 small red onion (finely sliced)
- 2 tablespoons chives (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by draining the crab meat and finely chopping the vegetables and herbs.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until blended.
- Add crab meat to the dressing and gently fold in celery, red onion, chives, and parsley until evenly mixed.
- Serve immediately on a plate or in individual bowls. Garnish with avocado slices or lemon wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg