Classic Crab Salad
Classic Crab Salad is a creamy, chilled seafood dish featuring tender crab meat tossed with a mayonnaise-based dressing, often enhanced with crisp celery, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lemon. This refreshing salad is a staple in American coastal cuisine, particularly popular in New England and the Mid-Atlantic regions, where fresh crab is abundant.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat option, providing essential nutrients like vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium from the crab, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
| Selenium | 38 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Copper | 0.6 mg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.5 g |
| Vitamin C | 6 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Crab salad is a culinary celebration of summer and coastal living, often served at picnics, beach gatherings, and seafood shacks, highlighting the sweet, delicate flavor of crab in a simple yet satisfying preparation.
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