Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make Crab Salad featuring fresh crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or appetizer, this salad balances delicate seafood flavors with crunchy celery, bell pepper, and a hint of lemon and dill.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Crab Meat (fresh or imitation)
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 stalks Celery, diced
- 1/2 Red Bell Pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely diced
- 1 tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Optional Add-ins
- Sweet corn
- Avocado chunks
- Capers
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the celery, red bell pepper, and red onion finely to ensure flavors are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and freshly chopped dill until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Everything: Gently fold the crab meat and diced vegetables into the dressing mixture. Take care not to overmix to preserve the delicate texture of the crab meat.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld beautifully.
- Presentation: Serve the chilled crab salad in a bowl, garnished with extra fresh dill or a lemon wedge for an appealing and fresh look.
Notes
- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor, but imitation crab works well as an economical alternative.
- Optional add-ins like sweet corn, avocado chunks, or capers add a nice texture and flavor variation.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste to enhance the salad’s flavor without overpowering the crab.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- The salad is best served cold and consumed within 1-2 days for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
