Delicious Crab Salad Every Gathering (Print)
Creamy crab salad with crisp veggies and lemon, ideal for gatherings or as a light, flavorful dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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450 g lump crab meat, cleaned
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1 cup diced celery
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120 g diced red bell pepper
→ Dressing
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120 g mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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15 g fresh dill or parsley, chopped
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 -
Inspect the crab meat thoroughly for any shells and place it into a large mixing bowl. Rinse and dice the celery and red bell pepper. Finely chop the fresh herbs and extract juice from the lemon.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and homogenous. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Add the crab meat, diced celery, diced red bell pepper, and chopped herbs to the bowl. Gently fold the prepared dressing into the mixture to evenly coat all components.
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Cover the dish and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors and texture.
# Notes:
01 -
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise without compromising the creamy texture.
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Ideal for serving on lettuce leaves, with crisp crackers, or as a sandwich filling.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days.