Caribbean Crabmeat Salad With Creamy Gingered Dressing

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Caribbean Crabmeat Salad With Creamy Gingered Dressing perfect for a light and refreshing meal on a hot summer day
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon garlic granules
1 tablespoon dry white wine
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch sugar
1 lb fresh lump crabmeat
4 plum tomatoes , diced
1 cup seedless cucumber , diced
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
gourmet mixed greens
avocado , thinly sliced
purple onion rings , thinly sliced
mangoes or kiwi , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
288
Sugar
3g
Fat
25g
Caribbean Crabmeat Salad With Creamy Gingered Dressing is a simple yet delicious recipe that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. This salad is full of tropical flavors and has a creamy texture that is sure to please even the most discerning of palates. The combination of fresh lump crabmeat with diced plum tomatoes and cucumbers, along with the gourmet mixed greens and avocado makes for a satisfying meal that is both healthy and delicious.

Instructions

1.In a bowl whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic granules, dry white wine, ginger, salt and sugar to create the creamy ginger dressing.
2.In a large mixing bowl combine the fresh lump crabmeat, diced plum tomatoes, diced seedless cucumber, Old bay seasoning and white pepper, mix gently to combine.
3.In a separate salad bowl place the gourmet mixed greens, and lightly sprinkle the purple onion rings on top of the greens. Lay thinly sliced avocado around the edges of the bowl. Add the salad mixture to the bowl.
4.Top with mangoes or kiwi and serve with the dressing on top. Enjoy!

PROS

This salad is low in calories and has plenty of protein from the fresh crabmeat.

It is full of tropical flavors with a creamy texture that is sure to please any taste bud.

It is a perfect meal on a hot summer day to help you stay cool and refreshed.

CONS

This salad should be enjoyed fresh as any leftovers may get soggy and unappetizing after a while.

It can be a bit expensive to make as fresh crabmeat can be costly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crabmeat is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for heart health. Also, it is rich in vitamin B-12 which helps to support healthy nerve function and the metabolism.
Tomatoes are low in calories and high in lycopene, which helps to support a healthy heart and lowers the risk of some cancers. Eating tomatoes can also help to boost your immune system and help to support good bone health.
Cucumbers contain high amounts of vitamin K, which is essential for strong bones and healthy blood clotting. They also contain many antioxidants, which help to promote healthy skin and support healthy digestion.

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