Mediterranean Crab Salad Recipe

This vibrant Mediterranean Crab Salad is bursting with fresh flavors! Perfect as a light lunch, elegant appetizer, or the star of a stunning crab salad sandwich. With succulent crab meat, artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 482.1 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mediterranean Crab Salad

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How to Make Mediterranean Crab Salad

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots (or green onions), 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil until emulsified.
  3. Remove and reserve 1/3 cup of the dressing in a separate small bowl.
  4. Add 1 pound lump crab meat, 1 cup quartered artichoke hearts (from a can or jar, drained), 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (halved), and 1/2 cup roasted red peppers (jarred, drained and chopped) to the large bowl with the remaining dressing. Gently toss to combine.
  5. In a separate serving bowl, place 5 ounces mixed greens (such as spring mix or romaine) and half of 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese.
  6. Gently spoon the crab mixture over the greens and goat cheese. Drizzle with the reserved 1/3 cup dressing and toss lightly to coat the leaves.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

27g

Carbs

3g