This Crab Salad is the ultimate cool and creamy deli-style seafood salad—perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or served straight from the bowl with crackers. Made with tender imitation crab (or real crab if you’re feeling fancy), it’s tossed in a zesty, creamy dressing that keeps you coming back for more. Fresh, flavorful, and ready in minutes! 🌿💙
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb imitation crab meat, chopped or shredded (or real lump crab if preferred)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sour cream (optional, for tang)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 2 tbsp green onions or red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or ½ tsp dried
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning or a pinch of paprika
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ In a large bowl, combine chopped crab, celery, onions, and dill.
2️⃣ In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (if using), mustard, lemon juice, and seasoning.
3️⃣ Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and gently fold until everything is well coated and creamy.
4️⃣ Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve cold.
💡 Tips for the Best Crab Salad
- Use real crab for an upscale twist, or stick with imitation crab for that nostalgic deli vibe.
- For a lighter version, swap some mayo for Greek yogurt.
- Serve it over butter lettuce, in a croissant, or stuffed into avocados!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Cool, creamy, and full of flavor
✔️ Takes just 10 minutes to prep—zero cooking!
✔️ Perfect for summer lunches, potlucks, or make-ahead meals
✔️ Totally customizable—make it spicy, herby, or extra tangy!
Let me know if you’d like a version with shrimp, pasta, or made for sliders! 🦐🥪
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