Crab Salad (Seafood Salad)
A simple and creamy crab salad made with imitationcrab, celery, shallots, and a flavorful mayonnaise dressing. This versatiledish is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served as a side salad.
Ingredients
- 1 pound imitation crab krab meat
- 1 shallot minced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup celery minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, gently flake or shred the imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the minced shallot and celery to the bowl with the crab meat.
Step 2: Mix the Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, paprika, dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir until the dressing is smooth and well-mixed.
Step 3: Combine the Salad
- Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the crab meat, celery, and shallot.
- Gently toss everything together until the crab is evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the crab salad chilled, either on its own, over a bed of lettuce, or in sandwiches.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcal
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