Best 7 Asparagus And Crab Meat Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Asparagus and Crab Meat Salad, an epicurean delight that tantalizes the taste buds. This refreshing salad features succulent asparagus spears, perfectly cooked to retain their crisp-tender texture, and tender, sweet crab meat, a seafood delicacy that adds a touch of luxury. Dressed in a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette and sprinkled with toasted almonds, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that will elevate any occasion.

In addition to the classic Asparagus and Crab Meat Salad, this article offers a versatile collection of salad recipes that cater to diverse preferences. Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Greek Salad, a harmonious blend of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and savory olives, all drizzled with a fragrant oregano-infused dressing. If you seek a hearty and satisfying salad, the Chicken Caesar Salad is your perfect choice, featuring tender grilled chicken, crunchy romaine lettuce, and a creamy, garlicky Caesar dressing that will leave you craving more.

For those with a penchant for Asian cuisine, the Asian Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining crisp shredded cabbage, colorful bell peppers, crunchy peanuts, and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing. And if you're looking for a vegan delight, the Quinoa and Black Bean Salad is a protein-packed powerhouse, bursting with the goodness of quinoa, black beans, corn, and a refreshing cilantro-lime dressing.

With its detailed instructions and captivating photography, this article will guide you effortlessly through each recipe, ensuring success in your culinary adventures. Elevate your meals and impress your loved ones with these exceptional salads that promise to tantalize taste buds and create lasting memories at your table.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ASPARAGUS & CRAB SALAD



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This wonderfully fresh dish is full of light, shellfish flavours and makes the perfect start to a relaxed dinner party

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Canapes, Dinner

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 8

20 asparagus spears , trimmed
50g rocket
100g white crabmeat
3 tbsp crème fraîche
1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
juice ½ lime
brown crabmeat , if you have it
olive oil , for drizzling

Steps:

  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the asparagus for 2 mins until just cooked. Drain, tip into iced water to refresh and drain again. Cut each spear on the angle into 2-3 pieces.
  • For the dressing, mix all the ingredients with brown crabmeat, if you have it. Toss the asparagus through the dressing, then build a nest of asparagus spears on plates. Place some white crab meat in the centre of each nest, top with a small bundle of rocket and drizzle everything with olive oil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.57 milligram of sodium

CRAB SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS, LEMON AND PARMESAN



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Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Sea salt
1 pound thin asparagus, trimmed
1 pound fresh lump crab meat
2 lemons, with their zest
1/3 cup best-quality olive oil
1/2 cup (2 ounces) loosely packed Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, in long, thin shavings (best done with a good vegetable peeler)

Steps:

  • Bring a large skillet of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus, and cook until just tender on the edges, but still firm in the middle, about 4 minutes. Drain, and rinse under very cold water until cool. Dry on tea towels. Cut in 3-inch lengths.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine the asparagus and crab meat. Sprinkle the lemon zest into the bowl. Season with salt and sprinkle with olive oil. Toss very gently to mix. Cover, and chill for a few hours, stirring once or twice. Taste, and adjust salt.
  • Meanwhile, juice 1 lemon and reserve. Just before serving, add the juice and toss once more. Spread the cheese shavings over salad, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 340, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 837 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS, CRAB, AND ORANGE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Mustard     Shellfish     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Orange     Crab     Asparagus     Spring     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 navel oranges
14 ounces lump crabmeat
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 cup Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Cut top 6 inches from asparagus. Set 6-inch asparagus tips aside. Slice remaining asparagus into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Transfer slices to large bowl. Mix in 1/2 cup chives.
  • Cut peel and white pith from oranges. Working over bowl, cut between membranes to release segments. Drain off juices. Transfer segments to bowl with asparagus slices and chives. Gently mix in crabmeat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, sugar, vinegar, and orange peel in medium bowl until sugar dissolves. Whisk in mustard. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Divide asparagus stalks among 6 plates. Mound salad in center of plates. Pour dressing over each salad. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons chives.

CRAB & ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH REAL SALAD CREAM



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This sweet, tangy salad will go well with with some thinly sliced dense brown bread

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Lunch, Main course, Starter

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 asparagus spears , each trimmed and cut into 3 pieces on the diagonal
100g broad beans , podded
handful watercress
100g crabmeat (I used a mixture of white and brown)
1 large egg
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1½ tsp golden caster sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp double cream

Steps:

  • Boil the asparagus and beans in salted water for 2 mins, drain well, then cool quickly under cold running water. Slip the outer skins from the beans.
  • For the salad cream, put the egg into a pan of boiling water, then boil for 5 mins. Cool quickly under running water, then peel. Cut the egg carefully in half, then scoop the yolk into a bowl. Whisk in the mustard, sugar, lemon juice and seasoning. Whisk in the oil and cream.
  • Arrange the watercress, asparagus and beans over two plates. Pile the crab in the centre, then drizzle with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 1.01 milligram of sodium

CRAB ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Make and share this Crab Asparagus Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Crab

Time 40m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large delta asparagus (peel-blanched)
4 ounces lump blue crabs (pasteurized)
3 ounces morels (cleaned-sliced)
3 ounces English peas, shucked (blanched)
1 tablespoon shallot (peel-brunoise)
1 cup sherry wine
6 pieces cherry tomatoes (confit)
2 tablespoons butter (cold)
1/4 cup heavy cream
lemon juice
salt
oil, to coat

Steps:

  • In a medium heat pan sweat the shallots until translucent. Add the slice morels and then turn heat to high.
  • Allow shallots and morels to cook then deglaze with sherry wine. (careful of flames) let sherry reduce by half; then emulsify the butter and cream then reduce by half again. Add the crab, peas, and confit tomato. Adjust salt and lemon seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 796.8, Fat 42.9, SaturatedFat 26, Cholesterol 214.7, Sodium 599.8, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 10.8, Protein 33.7

ASPARAGUS AND CRAB MEAT SALAD



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Make and share this Asparagus and Crab Meat Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons shallots, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
8 ounces crabmeat, cooked
4 large boston lettuce leaves or 4 large butter lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, tomato paste, shallot, Dijon mustard and pepper in medium bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. (Can be.
  • prepared 3 days ahead.)
  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Transfer to bowl of ice water and cool.
  • Drain and pat dry.
  • Mix crab meat into mayonnaise.
  • Season to taste with salt.
  • Arrange 1 lettuce leaf on each plate.
  • Top with asparagus.
  • Spoon crab meat mayonnaise over and serve.

ASPARAGUS AND CRAB SALAD



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This cooling vegetable turns down your inner heat. Here, we pair it with crab for a light, summery salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound cooked lump crabmeat
1/2 tablespoon rice wine
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 Thai chile, finely minced
1 green onion, minced
1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
1/4 cup honey-roasted chopped nuts of your choice

Steps:

  • Combine crabmeat, rice wine, soy sauce, lemon juice, chili, and green onion.
  • Blanch asparagus in a large saucepan of boiling salted water until bright green, about 1 minute. Drain and rinse with cold water until chilled.
  • Toss asparagus and crabmeat mixture in a salad bowl. Top with nuts and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and tender asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips.
  • Cook the asparagus properly. Overcooked asparagus will be mushy and bland. Steaming or roasting are the best ways to cook asparagus, as they preserve the asparagus's delicate flavor and texture.
  • Use high-quality crab meat. Fresh or frozen crab meat works well in this salad. Avoid using canned crab meat, as it is often bland and watery.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld and develop.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Asparagus and crab meat salad is best when served fresh. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Asparagus and crab meat salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover asparagus and crab meat. With its bright flavors and textures, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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