Perfect for lunch or a light flavorful dinner, this creamy crab salad recipe is an absolute must-try. It is easy to make and loaded with flavor. You can serve this crab salad as a dip with crackers or piled high on a toasted bun.
INGREDIENTS
1 lb. imitation crab meat , flake style
2 tablespoons minced jalapeno , 1 medium jalapeno seeded and deveined
¼ cup diced shallot
½ cup sliced celery stalks
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup light sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice , fresh squeezed
.5 ounces chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
EQUIPMENT
mixing bowl
METHOD
PREPARE THE DRESSING:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, light sour cream, lemon juice, salt, pepper, fresh chopped dill and mix well.
PREPARE THE CRAB SALAD:
- Add the flake style crab meat, minced jalapeno, diced shallots, sliced celery and toss until everything is well coated in the dressing.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving as a dip or tucked into a sandwich.