Crab salad
Crab salad with mayonnaise and celery is a classic chilled seafood salad, typically made with flaked crab meat (real or imitation), creamy mayonnaise, and crisp, diced celery for texture. It's a popular staple in American cuisine, often found in delis, served as a sandwich filling, or used as a topping for crackers and lettuce cups.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the crab and fat from the mayonnaise, while being relatively low in carbohydrates. It provides key nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and selenium, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 12 mcg |
| Selenium | 40 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Copper | 1.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 0.5 g |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a versatile dish that bridges casual and elegant dining, often appearing at summer picnics or as a refined appetizer. Nutritionally, using real crab offers a lean protein source, though the mayonnaise content can significantly vary the overall health profile.
