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Crab Salad Delight: A Refreshing and Easy Recipe!

A refreshing and easy crab salad recipe perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked crab meat shredded
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (optional)
  • Lettuce leaves for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix well until smooth.
  2. Add the shredded crab meat, chopped celery, red onion, and bell pepper to the bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until everything is well coated with the dressing.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add the chopped parsley for an extra burst of flavor and color.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the crab salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or in a sandwich, if preferred.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a teaspoon of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
  • Substitute the crab meat with shrimp or lobster for a different seafood twist.

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