Simply the Best Crab Salad

Dive into the ultimate seafood delight with *Simply the Best Crab Salad*! This light and refreshing recipe highlights sweet, succulent lump crab meat gently folded into a tangy, creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a bright splash of fresh lemon juice. Finely diced celery and red onion add perfect crunch, while fresh parsley brings a hint of herbaceous charm. Optional Old Bay seasoning enhances the coastal flavor, making every bite a celebration of ocean-fresh goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook crab salad is ideal for elegant lunches or quick appetizers, served chilled on crisp romaine lettuce leaves or alongside buttery crackers. A versatile dish that's as easy as it is irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb lump crab meat
• 0.333 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup celery, finely diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)
• 0 romaine lettuce leaves or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Gently pick over the crab meat to remove any remaining pieces of shell. Be careful not to break the crab into small flakes as you want to retain the lump texture.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, diced celery, diced red onion, chopped parsley, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Carefully fold the crab meat into the dressing mixture using a silicone spatula. Mix gently to ensure the crab stays in lumps and doesn’t break apart.

Step 4

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your taste.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Serve chilled on a bed of romaine lettuce leaves, with crackers, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(796.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1016.0

Total Fat 64.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 318.5mg	0%
Sodium 3340.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 82.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 417.1mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 2207.7mg	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: 56.6%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 11.1%