Crab Salad in Endive Leaves
Delight your taste buds with this elegant and light *Crab Salad in Endive Leaves* recipe, a show-stopping appetizer perfect for parties and special occasions. Featuring tender fresh crab meat blended with creamy mayonnaise, a hint of Dijon mustard, and the zesty brightness of lemon juice, this dish is effortlessly flavorful. Finely diced celery and chopped green onions add a satisfying crunch, while fresh parsley enhances the herbaceous notes. Served in crisp endive leaves, these handheld bites are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Finished with a delicate sprinkle of paprika, this no-cook appetizer is quick to prepare, ready in just 20 minutes, and ideal for impressing guests. Whether you're hosting a formal gathering or a casual brunch, this crab salad recipe is sure to elevate your culinary repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh crab meat
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk (finely diced) celery
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) green onions
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 whole leaves endive leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon (for garnish) paprika
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
Step 2
Add the finely diced celery, chopped green onions, and parsley to the bowl. Mix gently to combine.
Step 3
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Step 4
Carefully rinse and pat dry the endive leaves, keeping them intact for stuffing.
Step 5
Using a small spoon, fill each endive leaf with a heaping tablespoon of the crab salad mixture.
Step 6
Arrange the filled endive leaves on a serving platter in a decorative pattern.
Step 7
Lightly sprinkle paprika over the crab salad as a garnish.
Step 8
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to keep the salad fresh and crisp.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (398.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 593.9 |
| Total Fat 38.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 170.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3974.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.3g | |
| Protein 48.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 345.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1131.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories