This refreshing Crab and Cucumber Salad is a delightful combination of sweet imitation crab, crisp cucumbers, and the creamy richness of mayonnaise. Enhanced with sweet corn, hard-boiled eggs, and a hint of fresh dill, this salad is light, satisfying, and perfect for any occasion. It’s an easy, no-cook recipe that works wonderfully as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a crowd-pleasing potluck addition. The flavors are fresh and simple, making this salad a go-to favorite for crab lovers!
Ingredients
- 14 oz. (about 400 g) imitation crab, shredded or chopped
- 2 medium cucumbers, diced
- 8 oz. (about 225 g) sweet corn, drained if canned
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded or chopped imitation crab, diced cucumbers, sweet corn, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and fresh dill.
- Add the Dressing: Add the mayonnaise to the bowl, gently tossing all ingredients until evenly coated.
- Combine and Serve: Gently mix the salad until all ingredients are well incorporated. To enhance the flavor, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes prior to serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled, garnished with extra dill or a sprinkle of black pepper, if desired. This salad pairs well with crackers, toast, or as a side to grilled dishes.
Conclusion
This Crab and Cucumber Salad with Dill is a wonderfully refreshing and creamy dish that’s perfect for warm weather or as a light addition to any meal. The combination of tender crab, crisp cucumbers, and sweet corn brings a satisfying variety of textures, while the dill adds a subtle herbaceous note. Quick to make and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table!
Refreshing Crab and Cucumber Salad with Dill
A light and creamy crab salad with crisp cucumbers,sweet corn, and fresh dill, perfect for a quick lunch or side dish.
- 14 oz. about 400 g imitation crab, shredded or chopped
- 2 medium cucumbers (diced)
- 8 oz. about 225 g sweet corn, drained if canned
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded or chopped imitation crab, diced cucumbers, sweet corn, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and fresh dill.
- Add the Dressing: Add the mayonnaise to the bowl, gently tossing all ingredients until evenly coated.
- Combine and Serve: Gently mix the salad until all ingredients are well incorporated. To enhance the flavor, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes prior to serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled, garnished with extra dill or a sprinkle of black pepper, if desired. This salad pairs well with crackers, toast, or as a side to grilled dishes.