Description
Paleo Crab Louie is a delightful, refreshing salad that elevates crab meat with vibrant veggies and a creamy dressing. Perfect for sunny picnics or cozy dinners, this dish delivers an explosion of flavors that will impress any seafood lover. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it can be served as an appetizer or main course, making it versatile for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lump crab meat
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup paleo mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Gather and rinse all ingredients.
- In a bowl, whisk together the paleo mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Chop the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes; combine them in a large mixing bowl.
- Gently fold in the crab meat and diced avocado to maintain texture.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately on a platter or in individual bowls, garnished with extra herbs and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, chill all ingredients before serving. Feel free to swap crab for shrimp or add seasonal veggies like bell peppers or mango for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days; enjoy cold rather than reheating.