Prepared Food | Gluten Free Diet (check mayo)

Crab Salad

Callinectes sapidus (Blue Crab) Allergens: Shellfish, Egg, Soy (from mayo)
Crab Salad

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Portunidae
  • Primary Cuisine American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Crab Meat, Mayonnaise

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A prepared salad featuring flaked crab meat mixed with mayonnaise, celery, and seasonings.

Sensory Profile

TasteSavory, briny, creamy
TextureCreamy, flaky, soft
AromaSeafood, delicate
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g (0.5 cup)
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat20 g
Saturated Fat3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol70 mg
Protein15 g
Total Carbohydrate5 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium50 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium200 mg

Chef’s Secret

For an elevated crab salad, use fresh lump crab meat and a homemade aioli instead of store-bought mayonnaise.

Substitutions

Best Match

Tuna Salad

1:1

Similar texture and use, fish-based.

Shrimp Salad

1:1

Similar seafood profile, different texture.

Chicken Salad

1:1

Poultry-based, creamy texture, versatile.

Chickpea Salad

1:1

Vegan, plant-based, creamy texture, savory.

Buying Guide

Ensure fresh crab meat is used; check ingredient list for imitation crab or excess fillers.

Flavor Pairings

Sandwiches Lettuce Wraps Crackers Avocado Halves Crostini Cucumber Slices