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Seafood Salad Recipe With Real Crab Meat

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy light and refreshing meals. And what could be better than a delicious and healthy seafood salad? In this article, we will teach you how to make a mouth-watering seafood salad using real crab meat. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crab Meat

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 1 pound crab meat
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Seafood Salad

Preparing the seafood salad is easy and should take no more than 15 minutes. Follow these simple steps:

  1. Combine the crab meat, celery, red onion, red and green bell peppers, and parsley in a large bowl.
  2. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and toss well to combine.
  4. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Summer Salad

This seafood salad can be served in a variety of ways. Here are some suggestions:

  • Serve on a bed of lettuce for a light and refreshing summer salad.
  • Spread on French bread for a delicious seafood sandwich.
  • Serve with crackers as an appetizer or snack.
  • Use as a filling for a wrap or pita.

Tips

Seafood Salad Tips

Here are some additional tips to help you make the perfect seafood salad:

  • Make sure to pick fresh and high-quality crab meat for the best flavor.
  • You can use any type of crab meat for this recipe, including canned or fresh.
  • Try adding other seafood to the salad, such as shrimp or lobster, for a more complex flavor.
  • You can adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to your liking. If you prefer a lighter salad, use less of these ingredients.
  • If you're short on time, you can skip the chilling step, but the flavors may not meld as well.

And there you have it, a quick and easy seafood salad recipe that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy!

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