Healthy Crab Salad Recipe

Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor! This healthy crab salad recipe is a delightful twist on a classic, inspired by a Ritz cracker box (we think!). We've swapped out heavy mayo for Miracle Whip and added crunchy veggies for a satisfying and guilt-free lunch or snack. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal prep or a sophisticated appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 159.3 kcal
Protein 26g
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Healthy Crab Salad 60

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Healthy Crab Salad

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How to Make Healthy Crab Salad

  1. Gently flake or chop 1 pound of cooked crab meat (or use 1 (6 ounce) can of crab meat, drained).
  2. Finely dice ½ cup celery, ½ cup carrots, and ¼ cup red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, celery, carrots, and red onion.
  4. Add ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers (or your favorite cracker).
  5. Stir in ¼ cup Miracle Whip (or to taste).
  6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more Miracle Whip for desired consistency.
  8. Serve immediately in crisp iceberg lettuce cups or on your favorite crackers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

3g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Healthy Crab Salad?

Healthy Crab Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Healthy Crab Salad?

Healthy Crab Salad has approximately 159.3 calories per serving, with about 26 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Healthy Crab Salad?

The key ingredients for Healthy Crab Salad are Imitation Crabmeat, Celery, Carrots, Onion, Ritz Crackers, Miracle Whip. See the full list with measurements above.

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