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Crab Salad Recipe

Crab Salad Recipe: Fresh and Creamy

Classic Crab Salad with fresh, creamy flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lump crab meat drained
  • ½ cup celery diced
  • ¼ cup red onion diced
  • ¼ cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp Old Bay seasoning optional
  • Optional: Fresh dill lemon slices
  • Suggested Pairings: Crackers white wine

Instructions
 

  • Flake crab meat; add celery, onion, dill, parsley.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper, and Old Bay. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Pour dressing over crab mixture; fold gently.
  • Chill 30 min.
  • Serve in a white ceramic bowl with dill, lemon, crackers, and wine.

Notes

  • Use lump crab for the best texture.
  • Store in fridge 2 days; do not freeze.
  • Try avocado or a spicy variation.
  • Pair with baguette slices.