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Cajun Crab Salad
A cold Cajun crab salad with sweet crab, crunchy celery, and a creamy, lightly spiced dressing.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
15
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
No-Cook
METHOD
Why It Works
A light, tangy dressing seasons the crab without weighing it down. Folding gently keeps the crab in sweet, tender pieces.
Quick Fixes
Salad watery: drain the crab well before mixing.
Too rich: brighten it with extra lemon.
Ingredients
Protein
Sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Vegetables
• 2 tablespoons minced red onion
Seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
• lettuce leaves or toasted bread, for serving
How to Make It
1
Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
2
Gently fold in the crab, celery, and red onion.
3
Chill 15 minutes.
4
Top with green onions and serve in lettuce cups or on toast.
Store
Store up to 2 days.
Reheat
Serve cold; no reheating needed.
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Avo's Tip
Drain the crab thoroughly so the salad stays creamy, not soupy.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
• How do I serve it?
Pile it into lettuce cups, onto toasted bread, or with crackers.
• Lump or claw crab?
Either; claw is budget-friendly, lump gives a more luxe texture.
• Can I use imitation crab?
Yes, in a pinch, though real crab has the best flavor.
Cajun Crab Salad
Ingredients
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1 lb lump or claw crab meat, picked over and drained
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⅓ cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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2 celery stalks, finely diced
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2 tablespoons minced red onion
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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2 tablespoons sliced green onions
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lettuce leaves or toasted bread, for serving
Instructions
1
Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
2
Gently fold in the crab, celery, and red onion.
3
Chill 15 minutes.
4
Top with green onions and serve in lettuce cups or on toast.
15
min
active
15
min
total
4
servings
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