Whole30 Classic Crab Roll

Elevate your seafood game with this Whole30 Classic Crab Roll, a fresh and flavorful take on a beloved summer favorite. This recipe swaps traditional bread for crisp, tender lettuce leaves, making it a perfect paleo and grain-free option. Packed with succulent fresh crab meat, a creamy Whole30-compliant mayo dressing, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic herbs like dill and chives, each bite is bursting with vibrant flavor. Finely diced celery adds a delightful crunch, while optional sliced avocado and microgreens boost creaminess and color. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this dish is an effortless yet elegant choice for an appetizer or light lunch. Embrace wholesome eating with these refreshing lettuce-wrapped crab rolls, a satisfying and guilt-free indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh crab meat
• 8 leaves large lettuce leaves (such as Boston or Bibb lettuce)
• 0.25 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup celery, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon dill, minced
• 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Whole30-compliant)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium avocado, sliced (optional for serving)
• 0.25 cup frisée or other microgreens (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, Whole30-compliant mayonnaise, diced celery, lemon juice, minced dill, chopped chives, and Dijon mustard.

Step 2

Stir the mixture gently to combine all ingredients well, ensuring the crab meat remains in nice large pieces.

Step 3

Season the crab mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 4

Carefully wash and dry the large lettuce leaves, ensuring they are intact to hold the crab mixture.

Step 5

Scoop a generous portion of the crab mixture onto each lettuce leaf, dividing the crab salad equally among the 8 leaves.

Step 6

If desired, place a slice of avocado on top of the crab salad on each lettuce leaf for additional creaminess.

Step 7

Optional: Garnish the crab rolls with some frisée or microgreens to add a touch of color and texture.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a light lunch or appetizer, enjoying the freshness of the ingredients and the satisfying flavors of the crab roll.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(946.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1139.6

Total Fat 72.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 279.4mg	0%
Sodium 6584.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 99.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 668.9mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2913.6mg	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: 34.4%

Carbs: 9.0%