Crab salad
Crab salad is a light and flavorful dish that showcases the sweet taste of crab meat. With its creamy dressing and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for a variety of occasions.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Serving dish
Ingredients
- Crab Salad
- 1 lb lump crab meat fresh or canned
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill and parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crab Meat
- Pick through the crab meat to remove any shells.
- Chop the Vegetables
- Finely chop the celery, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, gently fold the crab meat and vegetables together with the dressing.
- Chill the Salad
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Feel free to customize this salad to your taste by adding your favorite ingredients or adjusting the seasonings! Enjoy this delightful dish at your next gathering or as a quick and easy meal.