Dilled crab salad is a delectable seafood dish that tantalizes taste buds with its delicate and refreshing flavors. Made with succulent crab meat, mayonnaise, and a symphony of herbs and spices, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and a burst of umami in every bite. Whether served as an elegant appetizer, a light lunch, or a delightful picnic dish, dilled crab salad promises to impress and satisfy even the most discerning palate.
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CRAB SALAD
This crab salad is a blend of imitation crab, vegetables and herbs, all tossed in a simple creamy dressing. A quick and easy salad that's perfect served over lettuce, with crackers, or in a sandwich.
Provided by Sara Welch
Categories Salad
Time 11m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl. Stir gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, or cover and chill for up to 2 days.
- Sprinkle with additional chopped dill for garnish if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 625 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CRAB SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, lightly toss the crabmeat, celery, chives, and tarragon together.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and mustard. Add the dressing to the crabmeat mixture and stir until just coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If not using right away refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Serve on toasted rolls or on a bed of lettuce.
IMITATION CRAB SALAD
Steps:
- 1. Toss imitation crab ,sweet onion, celery, dill pickle, sweet pickle relish, dill weed, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, mustard, and chives until combined. Chill.
PASTA CRAB SALAD
"When it comes to cooking, I believe the simpler the better," writes Holland, Michigan's Carol Blauw. "A few years ago, a co-worker told me about this colorful, tasty and, most importantly, easy-to-prepare salad," she says. "It has been a favorite at our house ever since."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with crab and vegetables. Combine remaining ingredients. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 579mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY CRAB AND PASTA SALAD
Crabmeat and pasta are tossed with a creamy seasoned sauce in this great chilled salad.
Provided by dakota kelly
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Crab Salad Recipes
Time 27m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a bowl, blend the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey mustard, and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, sour cream mixture, crabmeat, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and green onions. Cover and chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 504.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
IMITATION CRAB SALAD
Make and share this Imitation Crab Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sassy Cat
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut crab into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the crab with the onions, celery, lemon juice, mayonnaise, dill weed and horseradish; mix well.
- Place the salad greens on 2 plates for large portions and 3 plates for small portions.
- Divide crab mixture among the plates; sprinkle with the parsley.
- Place lemon wedges on plate.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.1, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 33.1, Sodium 1232.8, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 3, Sugar 10.5, Protein 10.5
AWESOME CRAB SALAD WITH DILL
Awesome crab salad. Recipe can be altered to include cooked shrimp and other cooked seafood for an out-of-this-world seafood salad. Prep time is an estimate.
Provided by Claudia Dawn
Categories Crab
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients.
- Chill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.4, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 51.3, Sodium 290.9, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 11.2
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat: Fresh crab meat has a more delicate flavor and texture than canned crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, you can use canned crab meat, but be sure to drain it well and flake it before using.
- Choose the right mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is the base of crab salad, so it's important to choose a good one. Use a mayonnaise that is made with high-quality oil and has a rich, creamy flavor.
- Add some acid: Acid helps to balance out the richness of the crab salad. You can add acid in the form of lemon juice, vinegar, or even yogurt.
- Don't overmix the crab salad: Overmixing the crab salad will make it tough. Mix it just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the crab salad before serving: Chilling the crab salad before serving helps to firm it up and make it more flavorful.
Conclusion:
Crab salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover crab meat. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a crab salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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