Easy Crab Salad is a refreshing and quick dish that combines the delicate flavor of fresh crab meat with a medley of vegetables and a creamy dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a part of your summer seafood salad ideas, this recipe is not only delicious but also simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound fresh crab meat (preferably lump or backfin)
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, gently flake the fresh crab meat into large chunks.
Dice the avocado, celery, red bell pepper, and red onion.
Add the chopped vegetables and parsley to the bowl with the crab meat, combining gently.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the crab and vegetable mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
Sample your crab salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
