Tarragon Crab Salad Recipe

Recreate the magic of Yves Camdeborde's Le Comptoir du Relais with this vibrant Tarragon Crab Salad! Inspired by their iconic crab-stuffed tomato, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with fresh flavor. Ripe tomatoes, fragrant tarragon, and succulent crabmeat combine for a sophisticated yet simple dish perfect for lunch, brunch, or a light dinner. Get the recipe and nutritional information here!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 253.5 kcal
Protein 54g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Tarragon Crab Salad

  1. Dice the tomatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Gently toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crabmeat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced tarragon, lemon juice, and minced shallot. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Spoon the crab salad into the prepared tomato cups or serve it in a bowl.
  4. Garnish with extra tarragon sprigs and a sprinkle of paprika (optional).
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy this taste of Parisian elegance!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

10g

Carbs

2g