Looking for a quick, refreshing meal that’s perfect for lunch, picnics, or light dinners? This Easy Crab Salad is creamy, flavorful, and comes together in just 10 minutes. Made with imitation crab (or real crab meat), crisp celery, green onions, and a creamy dressing, it’s delicious served on sandwiches, crackers, lettuce wraps, or over a fresh salad.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ready in just 10 minutes
No cooking required
Perfect for meal prep
Great for sandwiches, wraps, or salads
Easy to customize with your favorite herbs and seasonings
Ingredients
1 pound imitation crab meat (or real lump crab meat)
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
2 green onions, finely chopped
½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh dill or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Preparation
Step 1: Prepare the Crab
If using imitation crab, chop or shred it into bite-sized pieces.
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If using lump crab meat, gently pick through it to remove any shell fragments while keeping the pieces as intact as possible.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
Mayonnaise
Lemon juice
Dijon mustard (if using)
Old Bay seasoning
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add the Vegetables
Stir in the chopped celery and green onions until evenly distributed.
Step 4: Combine Everything
Fold the crab meat gently into the dressing until all the pieces are evenly coated.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 5: Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to blend and improves the texture.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with fresh chopped dill or parsley just before serving.
