High Protein Crab Toast
Elevate your snack or light meal game with this High Protein Crab Toast, a deliciously nutritious option that's as satisfying as it is easy to make. Featuring tender lump crab meat combined with creamy Greek yogurt and cottage cheese, this recipe is a protein-packed powerhouse. Fresh dill, green onions, tangy capers, and a splash of bright lemon juice add vibrant flavor, while a crispy whole grain toast base and a garnish of peppery baby arugula bring irresistible texture and freshness. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this quick and wholesome crab toast proves that healthy eating can be indulgent and convenient. Perfect for a light lunch, high-protein snack, or even an appetizer, this recipe is sure to impress with its balance of nutritional value and gourmet flair.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces lump crab meat
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
- 0.5 cup cottage cheese (1% or 2% fat)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 cup baby arugula
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Drain the crab meat if necessary and check for any shell fragments. Set aside in a medium bowl.
Step 2
Finely chop the fresh dill and green onions. Add them to the bowl with the crab meat.
Step 3
Add the Greek yogurt and cottage cheese to the crab mixture, mixing well until combined.
Step 4
Stir in the lemon juice, capers, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 5
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Step 6
Toast the whole grain bread slices in the skillet until they are golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Step 7
To assemble the toast, place a quarter of the crab mixture on each slice of toasted bread.
Step 8
Top with a handful of baby arugula for a fresh, peppery flavor.
Step 9
Serve immediately while the toast is warm and the toppings are cool.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 678.9 grams (678.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 838 |
| Total Fat 24.90g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat 5.40g | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g | |
| Cholesterol 135mg | 45% |
| Sodium 3136mg | 136% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.00g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.80g | 39% |
| Total Sugars 17.00g | |
| Protein 84.40g | 169% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 590mg | 45% |
| Iron 7mg | 38% |
| Potassium 1636mg | 35% |
Source of Calories