Crab Melts

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of these classic Crab Melts—an effortless yet elegant recipe perfect for lunch, brunch, or a quick dinner. Featuring tender fresh lump crab meat mixed with creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, a hint of lemon juice, and aromatic green onions and parsley, these open-faced melts deliver bright, savory notes in every bite. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and served on golden-baked English muffins, they are a delightful blend of creamy and crispy textures. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is an easy crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or a bowl of hot soup. Ideal for seafood lovers, these Crab Melts elevate simple ingredients into a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal right at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fresh lump crab meat
• 0.33 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 pieces green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 pieces English muffins, split
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy clean-up.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onions, parsley, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 3

Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the crab mixture and carefully fold it in without breaking the crab meat too much.

Step 4

Spread a thin layer of softened butter on the cut sides of the English muffins.

Step 5

Place the buttered English muffins, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Evenly distribute the crab mixture on top of each English muffin half, spreading it to cover the top entirely.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the crab mixture is hot and bubbly, and the edges of the muffins are golden.

Step 8

For an extra golden and crispy top, switch the oven to broil for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped parsley or a light sprinkle of paprika.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2009.2

Total Fat 126.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 380.8mg	0%
Sodium 3876.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 94.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1422.4mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1208.3mg	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: 56.5%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 24.7%