Description
A refreshing and light Cucumber Crab Salad combining crisp cucumbers with tender crab meat, tossed in a zesty dill and lemon mayonnaise dressing. Perfect as a cool appetizer or a healthy light meal, this salad requires no cooking and is ready in just minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup crab meat, shredded
Dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Cucumbers and Crab: In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers and shredded crab meat, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper until well blended to create a flavorful dressing.
- Add Dressing to Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumber and crab mixture, ensuring all components are coated.
- Toss Gently: Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients evenly without breaking the crab meat.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled for best taste.
Notes
- Use fresh lump crab meat for best texture and flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust lemon juice and dill to taste depending on freshness and preference.
- Serve with crackers or on a bed of leafy greens for a complete snack or meal.
- This salad should be consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
