Creamy Cheesy Crab Salad Recipe

Dive into a delightful seafood sensation! This quick and easy Creamy Cheesy Crab Salad recipe, inspired by Pillsbury Fast and Healthy Magazine (June 1996), is ready in minutes. Enjoy succulent crab meat tossed in a creamy blend of cottage cheese, yogurt, and zesty spices. Perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or elegant starter!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 88.6 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Cheesy Crab Salad

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How to Make Creamy Cheesy Crab Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine 1 pound lump crab meat, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 8 ounces small curd cottage cheese, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  2. Stir until thoroughly combined, being careful not to overmix. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  3. Wash and thoroughly dry 4 large lettuce leaves (e.g., butter lettuce or romaine). Arrange them on two chilled plates.
  4. Spoon the crab salad evenly onto the lettuce leaves.
  5. Garnish with 4-6 tomato wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

6g

Carbs

2g