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Delicious Crab Salad Recipe for Every Gathering

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A vibrant crab salad featuring fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and tender crabmeat, all tossed in a creamy dressing.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Seafood

Ingredients

  • Fresh crab meat
  • Celery, finely chopped
  • Red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • Green onions, chopped
  • Fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley), chopped
  • Mayonnaise
  • Lemon juice
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Carefully pick through your crab meat for any shells and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Chop your veggies: Finely chop the celery, red bell pepper, and green onions, and add to the bowl with the crab.
  3. Add fresh herbs: Mix the chopped herbs into the bowl with the crab and veggies.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Combine everything: Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and gently fold together.
  6. Chill the salad: Cover with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  7. Serve and enjoy: After chilling, stir gently and serve in bowls, garnished with extra herbs or lemon wedges.

Notes

Can be prepared a day in advance. Store in an airtight container and keep the dressing separate if possible.

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