Crab Salad Five Simple Steps (Print-Friendly Version)
Fresh crab mixed with creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and zesty seasonings for a refreshing, easy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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450 g fresh lump crab meat
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240 ml mayonnaise
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15 ml Dijon mustard
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15 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
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60 g celery, diced
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20 g green onion, thinly sliced
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Fold the mixture with care to retain large crab pieces.
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Add the diced celery and sliced green onions to the bowl. Stir gently until all components are evenly distributed.
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Season the mixture generously with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary for balanced flavor.
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Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Once chilled, stir the salad gently once more before serving. Serve over crisp mixed greens or on fresh bread as desired.
# Additional Tips:
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Always use fresh crab meat when possible for optimal taste and texture.
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Gently mix ingredients to maintain substantial crab pieces throughout the salad.
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For a lighter version, substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
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Chilling is essential for flavor integration—do not skip this step.
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Enhance flavor by adding fresh herbs such as parsley or dill if desired.