When you think of salads, various greens, and vegetables usually come to mind. However, there are many other ingredients that can make a delicious and nutritious salad, such as fruits. Crab melons, also known as bitter melons, are a unique type of fruit that can be used to create a refreshing and flavorful salad. Crab melon salad is a popular dish in many cultures around the world and is often served as a starter or side dish. It is known for its slightly bitter taste and crunchy texture. The health benefits of crab melons make it an excellent choice for those looking to improve their overall well-being.
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CRAB & MELON SALAD
This elegant seafood starter is sure to impress - buy freshly picked crab meat or see our step-by-step guide to preparing a whole crab
Provided by Monica Galetti
Categories Starter
Time 26m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Mix the crabmeat with the chilli, a few drops of Tabasco, half the lime juice and the chives, to taste. Reserve any fennel fronds and set aside. Use a mandolin or a very sharp knife to thinly slice the fennel, then place in a bowl of cold water with a few ice cubes in it.
- Cut the bread into wafer-thin slices and place on a baking tray. Drizzle with a little oil and bake for 2-3 mins or until crisp. Blitz the avocado in the small bowl of a food processor until smooth. Add a few drops of Tabasco, the rest of the lime juice and some seasoning, and blitz again.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan and, once foaming, add the cubes of melon. Cook gently for 2-3 mins until warmed through and slightly softened. Set aside to cool a little. Drain the fennel and mix with the preserved lemon, oil, lemon juice and some seasoning.
- To serve, transfer the avocado cream to a piping bag. Snip off the end and pipe swirls onto the plates. Divide the fennel slices between the plates, arranging them in a line. Top with the crab mixture and poke three or four bread wafers in at intervals, so that they stand up. Top with the reserved fennel fronds, then scatter the melon around the plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 48 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium
CRAB SALAD
Serve this crab and celery salad on crackers, lettuce or stuff it in puff pastry shells.
Provided by Christine
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Crab Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, celery, mayonnaise, celery seed, paprika, sugar, pepper, seafood seasoning and parsley. Mix well and refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 183 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 51.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1331.3 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
CRAB AND MELON SALAD
Make and share this Crab and Melon Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Carol in Oregon 2
Categories Crab
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix all of the salad ingredients together, tossing gently.
- Chill at least 1 hour.
- Combine the dressing ingredients and mix well.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately.
WATERMELON AND CRAB SALAD
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except for the rind in a small saucepot, simmer for 5 minutes. Add rind, let steep for 5 minutes. Pour into a bowl and cool over an ice bath.
- Mint Vinaigrette: In a small sauce pan heat the vinegar and add the mint sprigs. Reduce by half. Add the remaining ingredients, except the oil and cool. Remove the mint sprigs.When cool whisk in the oil.
- To Assemble: Toss the watermelon and rum together, set aside. Toss the crab in half of the vinaigrette. Toss the greens and radishes in 1/3 to 1/2 of the vinaigrette. Place the greens and watermelon on the plate, sprinkle with pickled watermelon rind, and top with the crabmeat.
CRABMEAT SALAD IN HALVED HONEDEW MELONS
Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine crabmeat, mayonnaise, Puttanesca Sauce, green onions, and Dijon mustard. Toss gently to combine.
- Spoon crab mixture into halved melons and serve.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovy paste, salt, and red pepper flakes and stir to combine. Add the wine and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
SPICY CRAB AND MELON SALAD
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk mayonnaise, chopped tarragon, lemon juice, and 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning in medium bowl to blend. Stir in crabmeat. Season crab salad to taste with salt and pepper.
- Lightly sprinkle sides of cantaloupe with pepper and remaining 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning. Place melon wedges on serving plates and mound crab salad in cavity of each. Garnish with tarragon sprigs and serve.
CRAB (SURIMI) AND MELON SALAD
Don't make this salad unless it's hot outside; the unusual mix of ingredients is ultra refreshing. I originally got this recipe from the wonderful mailing list at worldwiderecipes.com, though I have altered it a bit to my own taste.
Provided by CatlingMex
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the crab meat or surimi, lime juice, rice, mayonnaise, sour cream, and salt and pepper into a bowl and stir until well mixed.
- Add the melon and stir gently until combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to several hours.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce -- or mix the lettuce in with the rest of the salad before serving.
- Step 1 can be done the day before serving, if desired, and the mixture stored in the refrigerator.
- This makes 2 or 3 main dish servings or 5 or 6 side salad servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.7, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 40.6, Sodium 490.6, Carbohydrate 57, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 15.4, Protein 6.7
MELON SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: small seedless watermelon, small cantaloupe, salt, greek yogurt, olive oil, water, lemon juice, fresh mint leaf
Provided by Betsy Carter
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Using a melon baller or a teaspoon, scoop out rounds of watermelon and cantaloupe and place in a large bowl. Season with a pinch of salt.
- In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, water, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth.
- Serve the melon in bowls and top with the dressing and fresh mint leaves.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 45 grams
MELON STUFFED WITH CRAB SALAD
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories easy, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Place the zucchini on a baking sheet and roast until just tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool. Place the zucchini, crab, melon cubes and bell pepper in a large bowl and toss to combine. Add 1 tablespoon of the mint, the basil, jalapeno, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper and mix well.
- Place 1 melon quarter on each of 4 large plates. Spoon the salad into the hollow of each piece of melon. Sprinkle the remaining mint over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 290, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 25 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1651 milligrams, Sugar 38 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose the best crab meat: Fresh crab meat is ideal, but canned or frozen crab meat can also be used. If using canned crab meat, rinse it well before using.
- Use ripe melons: The melons should be ripe and sweet. This will give the salad a delicious flavor.
- Add some crunch: Celery, cucumber, or red onion add a nice crunch to the salad. You can also add some toasted nuts or seeds.
- Use a light dressing: A light dressing will allow the flavors of the crab and melon to shine through. A simple vinaigrette or yogurt-based dressing is a good option.
- Serve immediately: Crab melon salad is best served immediately after it is made. The melon will start to break down if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Crab melon salad is a refreshing and delicious summer salad. It is easy to make and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet melon, savory crab, and crunchy vegetables is sure to please everyone at the table.
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