Description
A velvety crab salad combining flaked crab, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and tangy lemon juice. Light, adaptable, and perfect for gatherings or quick meals.
Ingredients
12 oz crab meat (or 2 cups flaked)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/4 cup grated yellow onion
2 tbsp refrigerated crab salad mix (optional)
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Measure crab meat into a bowl and flake clumps with a fork
Chop celery into fine dice and grate onion
Add mayonnaise and stir until smooth
Fold in celery, onion, and remaining ingredients until well combined
Chill for 10-15 minutes before serving
Notes
Substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or avocado puree for dietary needs
Replace celery with green onions for crunch
Omit onion if preferred, use chives instead
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg