Description
Ina Garten’s Crab Salad is a refreshing and luxurious dish that features tender crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. This salad is perfect for a light lunch, an appetizer, or a fancy brunch item.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Mixed greens or butter lettuce for serving
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Add the Vegetables: Stir in the chopped celery, red onion, and dill.
- Combine with Crab Meat: Gently fold in the crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve the Salad: Arrange mixed greens or butter lettuce on a serving platter or individual plates.
- Top with Crab Mixture: Spoon the crab salad onto the greens.
- Garnish: Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.