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Crab Salad Recipe
5 from 30 votes

Crab Salad Recipe

This crab salad combines flaked imitation crab meat with finely chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill, seasoned with Old Bay, paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing. The result is a cool, tangy salad with a balance of savory and fresh herbal notes. It’s ideal for a light lunch, appetizer, or sandwich filling and can be prepared ahead and chilled.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 378 kcal
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound imitation crab meat cut into cubes or flaked
  • 1 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dill plus more for garnish, fresh, chopped
  • green onion for garnish, chopped

Instructions

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  1. Using a sharp knife, chop the crabmeat, veggies, and herbs, then transfer them to a large bowl.
  2. Then, add the rest of the ingredients to the same bowl, and stir gently to combine.
  3. When serving, sprinkle with additional chopped dill and top with lemon slices.
  4. Serve immediately, or cover and chill for up to 2-3 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 378kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 895mg (37%) Potassium 86mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 199IU (4%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 16mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 378

% Daily Value*

Calories 378kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 895mg 37%
Potassium 86mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 199IU 4%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 16mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.