Description
This Crab Salad recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring flaked imitation crab meat combined with crisp celery, zesty lemon, and fresh herbs, all mixed into a creamy mayo base. Perfect for making delicious sandwiches with flaky croissants, this salad is easy to prepare and ideal for a light lunch or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 16 ounces flaked imitation crab meat, pulled apart into smaller pieces
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery (about one large stalk)
- 1 tablespoon onion powder (or 1/4 cup finely diced red onion)
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill, plus extra for garnish
- A little chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Serving
- 4 small croissants or 2 large croissants for sandwiches
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the flaked imitation crab meat, finely diced celery, onion powder (or diced red onion), Old Bay Seasoning, fresh lemon juice, mayonnaise, and freshly chopped dill into a large mixing bowl, ensuring all components are ready to be mixed.
- Gently Mix: Use a spatula to carefully fold and mix all ingredients together until the salad is evenly combined without mashing the crab meat, preserving its texture and freshness.
- Serve or Store: Serve the crab salad immediately on croissants or cover and refrigerate it for up to 2 days, allowing flavors to meld if prepared in advance. Garnish with extra dill and parsley as desired.
Notes
- For a more pronounced onion flavor, substitute onion powder with finely diced red onion.
- Old Bay Seasoning adds a classic seafood spice blend but can be adjusted based on taste preference.
- This salad works well on croissants but can also be served with your choice of bread or as a light salad on its own.
- Store the salad in an airtight container and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
