CRAB SALAD AND BUTTERMILK CAESAR DRESSING

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Categories     Salad     Dairy     Leafy Green     Shellfish     Quick & Easy     Mayonnaise     Parmesan     Lemon     Crab     Winter     Lettuce     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 garlic cloves
5 anchovy fillets, drained, chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cups 1-inch cubes crustless day-old sourdough bread
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, picked over
14 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce (about 10 ounces)
3 cups mixed baby greens
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Finely chop 3 garlic cloves and anchovies in processor. Add mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice and Worcestershire and blend until smooth. Season dressing to taste with pepper.
  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Flatten 4 garlic cloves with flat side of knife blade. Add to oil; cook until brown, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, discard garlic. Add bread cubes to oil; cook until crisp and golden, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes. Transfer to paper towels; drain.
  • Toss crab and 1/4 cup dressing in medium bowl. Combine romaine, mixed greens, cheese and bread cubes in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to taste. Season generously with pepper. Divide salad among plates. Top with crab.

K'Ashza Henderson
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I'm not a big fan of crab salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so good, I couldn't stop eating it!


Big Dubbs
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This crab salad is a great way to use up leftover crab meat. It's also a great party appetizer.


Abdolrahman Sistane
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I've tried many crab salad recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Nurujjaman King
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This was my first time making crab salad and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Hannah Mcardle
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I made this for my family and they loved it. The crab salad was light and flavorful, and the buttermilk Caesar dressing was the perfect finishing touch.


Nelly Radwan
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The crab salad was good, but the buttermilk Caesar dressing was a bit too tangy for me.


M. Shahid Gujjar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the crab salad turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Yamen Gamer ii
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste.


gamerkid101 m
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I've made this crab salad several times and it's always delicious. The buttermilk Caesar dressing is so good, I could drink it!


Leon Crazy 9ine
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This is my go-to crab salad recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Aidan Cahill mccullough
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Not a fan of the buttermilk Caesar dressing. Otherwise, the crab salad was good.


Wolf among Us7778
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I made this for a picnic and it was a big success. The crab salad was light and refreshing, and the buttermilk Caesar dressing was tangy and flavorful.


Talukder noman
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Easy to follow recipe and turned out great! Will definitely make again. Thanks!


MH sUzoN
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This crab salad was a hit at my dinner party! The buttermilk Caesar dressing was the perfect complement to the sweet crab meat. I'll definitely be making this again.