🦀 Fresh & Flavorful Crab Salad – A Light Dish You’ll Crave All Year
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or an impressive appetizer for guests, this Crab Salad checks every box. It’s creamy, cool, and packed with flavor — all while being incredibly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients.
Made with tender crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation), crisp veggies, and a tangy dressing, this seafood salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it on lettuce, in a sandwich, or stuffed into avocados — however you scoop it, this crab salad is a keeper.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Crab Salad
✅ Quick to Make – Ready in under 15 minutes
✅ No Cooking Needed – Perfect for warm-weather meals
✅ Light but Satisfying – Protein-rich and full of texture
✅ Great for Meal Prep – Stays tasty in the fridge for a couple of days
📝 Ingredients
8 oz cooked crab meat (lump, claw, or imitation crab sticks)
2–3 tbsp mayonnaise (adjust to taste)
1 tsp Dijon mustard or lemon juice (for brightness)
¼ cup finely chopped celery
1 tbsp finely chopped red onion or scallions
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional add-ins: chopped dill, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, or diced cucumber
👩🍳 How to Make Crab Salad
Prep the Crab:
If using imitation crab, shred or chop it into bite-size pieces. If using fresh or canned lump crab, gently break it up without mashing.
Mix the Dressing:
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard or lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Add the Veggies:
Stir in celery and onion. Add any herbs or extra mix-ins you like.
Combine & Chill:
Gently fold the crab into the mixture until everything is coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Chill or Serve Immediately:
Let it sit in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for the flavors to meld — or dig in right away!
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Spoon into butter lettuce cups or over a bed of greens
Serve with crackers or crostini as an appetizer
Pile into a toasted sandwich or croissant
Stuff into tomatoes or avocado halves for a beautiful presentation
Wrap in tortillas for a fresh seafood wrap
🧊 Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days
Stir before serving if it’s been chilled — it may need a fresh squeeze of lemon
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