Crab Artichoke Melt

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of a **Crab Artichoke Melt**, the perfect fusion of creamy seafood decadence and golden, toasty bread. This quick and easy recipe brings together tender cooked crab meat, tangy chopped artichoke hearts, and a rich blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, all bound by zesty mayonnaise and a hint of lemon juice for a tantalizing brightness. Spread generously over thick slices of sourdough or French bread, these open-faced melts are broiled until bubbly and golden, creating a crispy, cheesy masterpiece. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for a comforting lunch, elegant appetizer, or a light dinner when paired with a fresh salad. Perfect for seafood lovers, this Crab Artichoke Melt is a game-changing way to elevate your midweek meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cooked crab meat
• 1 cup artichoke hearts (canned or jarred, drained and chopped)
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices sourdough or French bread (sliced thick)
• 2 tablespoons butter (softened)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your broiler to high and position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked crab meat, chopped artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Lightly butter one side of each bread slice and place the slices on a baking sheet with the buttered side facing down.

Step 4

Evenly spread the crab and artichoke mixture onto the unbuttered side of each bread slice, dividing it among the four slices.

Step 5

Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the crab mixture is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden brown spots.

Step 6

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the melts cool for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Serve immediately as is or with a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1329.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4342.6

Total Fat 295.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 709.5mg	0%
Sodium 11046.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 203.9g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 3856.4mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 1569.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 19.8%