Description
Refreshing crab salad delivers a Mediterranean coastal charm with its zesty blend of succulent seafood and crisp vegetables. Creamy, tangy, and light, this dish promises a delightful escape you can savor right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound (454 grams) krab meat (imitation crab)
Aromatics:
- 1 minced shallot
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) minced celery
Seasonings and Dressing:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) dill
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) coarse ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, gently fold crabmeat with chopped celery, onions, and herbs to prevent breaking delicate seafood pieces.
- Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, and select seasonings in a separate small bowl until smooth and fully integrated.
- Pour creamy dressing over crab mixture, using a soft spatula to carefully blend ingredients without mashing the seafood.
- Cover the salad and allow it to rest in the refrigerator for approximately 60 minutes, enabling flavors to harmonize and develop complexity.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the dressing and ensure even coating.
- Present the chilled seafood salad in a decorative serving dish, garnishing with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of paprika for visual appeal and added zest.
- Recommend serving alongside crisp crackers, atop lettuce leaves, or as a refreshing sandwich filling for a versatile oceanic delicacy.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, high-quality crab meat to ensure the most vibrant and authentic flavor in your seafood salad.
- Consider using imitation crab (surimi) as a budget-friendly alternative that still delivers a delightful texture and taste.
- Try additional herbs like dill or chives to elevate the salad’s aromatic profile and add a fresh, zesty touch.
- For a lighter version, swap traditional mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a low-fat mayo to reduce calories without compromising on creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg