Easy Crab Salad Recipe

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, this Easy Crab Salad Recipe is a quick and delicious way to elevate your mealtime. Made with tender imitation crab meat (or fresh lump crab), crunchy celery, sweet red bell pepper, and a luscious lemon-mayo dressing, this 10-minute, no-cook recipe is perfect for busy days. Fresh dill adds a burst of spring-like flavor, while green onions provide a subtle kick, making every bite delightfully balanced. Serve this versatile crab salad chilled as a light meal over crisp greens, a filling for sandwiches, or as a party-perfect topping for crackers. With minimal prep time and vibrant flavors, this easy-to-make seafood dish is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Imitation crab meat (or fresh lump crab meat)
• 2 stalks Celery, finely chopped
• 0.5 Red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped (optional)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Shred the imitation crab meat (or lump crab meat) into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped celery, diced red bell pepper, and sliced green onions to the bowl with the crab meat. Stir gently to combine.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

If desired, gently fold in the fresh dill for added flavor.

Step 6

Refrigerate the crab salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a filling for sandwiches, a topping for crackers, or on a bed of greens as a refreshing salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	385.4 grams (385.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	678

Total Fat 44.50g	57%
Saturated Fat 4.20g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 104mg	35%
Sodium 2643mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 53.10g	19%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 17.30g
Protein 18.50g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 489mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 30.9%