There are many recipes for crab salad or other seafood salads. Classic one with crab imitation and the mix of tuna, fried chicken, paprika and so on.
This super simple but one of the best imitation crab salad recipes is a combination of all the basic crab salad ingredients: imitation crab, celery, red onion, lemon juice and mayonnaise. And in my opinion is the best for an easy weekday meal. The reactions will be excitedly wonderful as it is amazing and inexpensive food fast in preparation and full of flavor. It could be good for kid sandwiches.
It brings back all the childhood memories and tastes just like my mom used to make it. This simply the best crab salad recipe is a great idea for a light lunch or a quick appetizer when you have unexpected company. I love eating it for lunch when I don’t have a lot of time to make anything extravagant.
It is very tasty and refreshing.
It is super versatile as well. You can enjoy it by itself, as a dip or serve atop a bed of fresh lettuce. Serve it on hoagy rolls and guarantee comfort to your guests.
Lots of people are not fond of imitation crab and you can absolutely substitute for real crab meat. It is however going to be way more expensive. I think it is a great idea for a special occasions when you don’t mind to splurge on a real thing. Serve your crab meat salad in a clear martini glasses for a heavenly seafood delight!
And if you are feeling super fancy you can even use chopped cooked lobster meat for a 5-star restaurant offering.
It only takes under 10 minutes and 5 ingredients to make. Crab meat is a great nutritious seafood protein that is light but filling.
Celery adds a delicious crunch to the salad while red onion gives a little spice. Dill brings in the unbeatable freshness. I also love adding a little bit of lemon juice for an extra kick. And all of the ingredients together create a perfect balance of flavors. Now I’m gonna tell you how to make the perfect crab salad!
Barbara R. Nguyen
August 6, 2019 @ 12:57 pm
Thanks so much Alyssa! Your recipes saved my holiday 🙂 How to make crab salad?
Alyssa Day
August 6, 2019 @ 12:58 pm
Thanks you! 🙂 I sent you a reply in your email!
Joseph K. Winter
August 9, 2019 @ 1:14 pm
Now I know easy imitation crab salad recipes. Thank you Alyssa!
Alyssa Day
August 9, 2019 @ 2:18 pm
Enjoy! Thank you for your kind words 🙂
Ted B. McNeese
August 13, 2019 @ 6:09 am
I’ve been preparing this masterpiece for a week. It’s amazing! -How do you make crab salad? -Thanks Alyssa for the recipe 🙂
Alyssa Day
August 13, 2019 @ 1:01 pm
It’s wonderful! Ooh. Be sure to feed this dish to all your family and friends 🙂
Wm Blankenship
August 18, 2019 @ 3:37 pm
Finally I found a good recipe how to make crab meat salad. I`ll try to cook it!
Alyssa Day
August 18, 2019 @ 5:44 pm
Wow! Be sure to try my other dishes. 🙂
Anthony August
August 20, 2019 @ 6:26 am
There are really easy recipes for crab meat salad! Thanks Alyssa! 🙂
Alyssa Day
August 20, 2019 @ 8:59 am
Thank you! Be sure to try my other dishes. 🙂
Emily Paul
August 22, 2019 @ 6:21 am
So easy and healthy imitation crab meat salad! Thanks 😉
Alyssa Day
August 22, 2019 @ 4:41 pm
Thanks for your feedback 🙂
Mary Taylor
August 26, 2019 @ 7:29 am
This recipe is cool. But I have a question- what is crab salad? My boyfriend is thrilled, thank u 🙂
Alyssa Day
August 26, 2019 @ 9:02 am
I’m happy you liked it. Thank you for your interest in my dishes 🙂 I sent you a reply for your e-mail.
Isabel Hernandez
August 27, 2019 @ 11:12 am
Alyssa, I see best crab salad recipe 😉 Thank you, my family liked it.
Alyssa Day
August 27, 2019 @ 12:16 pm
Good luck and thanks for cooking according to my recipes 🙂
Karen Jamison
August 29, 2019 @ 12:43 pm
Now I know some cool crab meat salad recipes 🙂
Alyssa Day
August 29, 2019 @ 1:57 pm
Welcome to my site! Those are the best words for me.
Jennifer Gallagher
August 30, 2019 @ 1:52 pm
My son loves real crab salad. Thanks for recipe.
Alyssa Day
August 30, 2019 @ 2:47 pm
Wow! Thank you for your interest in my dishes 🙂