Best 2 Crab Rice Primavera Recipes

Foodies, prepare to embark on a culinary voyage with our definitive guide to creating the exquisite dish, Crab Rice Primavera. This delectable one-pot meal combines the tender sweetness of crab, the nutty flavor of rice, and a vibrant array of spring vegetables. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a dish that's both comforting and bursting with freshness.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB RICE PRIMAVERA

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"I try to take a lunch to work as often as possible," writes Keyport, New Jersey's Michelle Armistead. "This colorful taste entree reheats so well that its leftovers have become one of my all-time brown-bag favorites."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups frozen vegetable blend (broccoli, red pepper, onions and mushrooms))
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 pound flaked imitation crabmeat
1-1/2 cup uncooked instant rice

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring vegetables and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Stir in milk, Parmesan cheese, butter, basil, garlic powder and crab. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRAB AND RICE PRIMAVERA

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This recipe was given to me by a friend and as usual I always tweak a few things. The original recipe called for shrimp, but I prefer using imitation crabmeat due to allergy to shellfish. And even then I use gloves to prepare this. Not taking chances. LOL Anyway, this recipe is very easy and quick to make. If you don't have a...

Provided by Tammy Raynes

Categories Seafood

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 1/2 c birds eye farm fresh broccoli, green beans, pearl onions and red peppers
1/4 c water
1 1/3 c milk
3/4 lb imitation crabmeat or seafood of your choice
2 Tbsp butter or margarine
1 tsp garlic powder
3/4 tsp dried basil
1 1/2 c original minute rice
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. Bring vegetables and water to boil in medium saucepan, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 3 minutes.
2. Add milk, crabmeat, margarine, garlic powder and basil. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice and cheese.
3. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will help to ensure that your crab rice primavera is flavorful and delicious.
Don't overcook the crab. Crab is a delicate meat, and it can easily become tough if it is overcooked. Cook it until it is just opaque in the center, then remove it from the heat.
Use a variety of vegetables. This will add color and flavor to your dish. Some good choices include asparagus, broccoli, carrots, and zucchini.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make crab rice primavera. Feel free to adjust the ingredients and cooking method to suit your own taste.

Conclusion:

Crab rice primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover crab. With its colorful vegetables and flavorful sauce, crab rice primavera is sure to be a hit with the whole family.