Imitation Crab Salad
Dive into the refreshing flavors of this easy and creamy Imitation Crab Salad, a perfect blend of light and zesty ingredients that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender imitation crab meat tossed with crunchy celery, tangy red onion, and fragrant fresh dill, this salad is coated in a luscious dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of bright lemon juice. Seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper, this versatile dish is ideal as a chilled summer side, a sandwich filler, or a topping for crackers. With its no-cook simplicity, vibrant textures, and irresistible taste, this imitation crab salad is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to become a go-to favorite for quick lunches or party platters.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb imitation crab meat
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 2 stalks celery
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Finely chop the imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Dice the celery into small pieces and add it to the bowl.
Step 3
Finely mince the red onion and fresh dill. Add them to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the imitation crab mixture and gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice based on preference).
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Serve chilled as a side salad, in a sandwich, or on crackers, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (717.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1434.3 |
| Total Fat 100.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 237.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3915.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.6g | |
| Protein 37.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 165.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 578.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories