Mediterranean Diet Creamy Crab Dip

Elevate your appetizer game with this Mediterranean Diet Creamy Crab Dip, a refreshingly light yet indulgent recipe that pairs coastal flavors with wholesome ingredients. Featuring succulent cooked crab meat blended with creamy Greek yogurt and light cream cheese, this dip is infused with fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and bright herbs like dill and parsley. The addition of briny capers, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of cayenne pepper adds depth and a touch of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled, this dip is perfect for pairing with whole-grain pita, crisp vegetable sticks, or whole-wheat crackers for a crowd-pleasing, heart-healthy appetizer that aligns with the principles of the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 225 grams cooked crab meat
• 120 grams Greek yogurt
• 115 grams light cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and light cream cheese. Use a whisk or hand mixer to blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped parsley, and extra virgin olive oil to the yogurt mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well integrated.

Step 3

Gently fold in the cooked crab meat, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 4

Add the chopped capers, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture gently to combine the spices and capers evenly.

Step 5

Transfer the crab dip to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped dill and parsley if desired.

Step 6

Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the creamy crab dip with a side of whole grain pita bread, fresh vegetable sticks, or whole wheat crackers for a Mediterranean-friendly appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(528.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	707.1

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 4258.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 72.2g	0%

Vitamin D 13.8IU	0%
Calcium 532.1mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1225.3mg	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: 47.4%

Protein: 41.7%

Carbs: 10.9%