Crab Salad is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of fresh crab meat with vibrant flavors and textures. This versatile seafood salad can serve as a light lunch, a flavorful appetizer, or even a gourmet sandwich filling.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound fresh crab meat (preferably lump crab)
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1 avocado, diced (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Start by gathering all your ingredients. Rinse the fresh crab meat under cold water and gently pat it dry with paper towels.
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Carefully fold the crab meat into the dressing mixture using a spatula.
Next, add the chopped celery, diced red bell pepper, green onions, and diced avocado (if using) to the crab mixture. Gently fold these ingredients in until evenly distributed.
Sprinkle the fresh dill and Old Bay seasoning over the salad. Fold again to incorporate the herbs without mashing the crab.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
After chilling, give the salad a gentle stir before serving.
