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
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. 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