Crab Salad (Seafood Salad)

Here’s a classic Crab Salad (Seafood Salad) recipe—creamy, flavorful, and perfect as a side, sandwich filling, or appetizer:

Crab Salad (Seafood Salad)

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 8 oz cooked crab meat (lump or imitation crab)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning for extra seafood flavor

Instructions:

1. Prep crab meat:
   • Gently pick through crab meat to remove any shells.
2. Mix dressing:
   • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning (if using).
3. Combine ingredients:
   • Add crab meat, celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley to the dressing.
   • Gently fold together until evenly coated.
4. Chill:
   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5. Serve:
   • Serve on a bed of lettuce, as a sandwich or wrap filling, or with crackers as an appetizer.

Tips:

• For a lighter version, substitute half the mayo with Greek yogurt.
• Add diced avocado or cucumber for extra freshness.
• Can be served cold or at room temperature.