Indulge in the delightful experience of Crab Salad on Croissants, a culinary masterpiece that combines the delicate sweetness of crab meat with the buttery flakiness of croissants. This delectable dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual lunch, an elegant brunch, or a sophisticated dinner party. With two variations to choose from, the Classic Crab Salad and the Avocado Crab Salad, this recipe offers something for every palate.
The Classic Crab Salad features a harmonious blend of crab meat, mayonnaise, celery, and red onion, seasoned to perfection with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Served atop freshly baked croissants, this timeless combination delivers a symphony of flavors and textures.
For those seeking a vibrant twist, the Avocado Crab Salad introduces the creamy richness of avocado to the classic recipe. Perfectly ripe avocados are mashed and combined with crab meat, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, and a hint of lime juice, creating a vibrant green salad that bursts with freshness. Enjoy this delightful salad on croissants for a colorful and flavor-packed meal.
Both variations of Crab Salad on Croissants are quick and easy to prepare, making them ideal for busy individuals or those seeking a fuss-free meal. With just a few simple steps, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
CRAB SALAD ON CROISSANTS
These seafood-filled croissants will leave you anything but crabby. We had used the filling as an appetizer, but found it makes a quick and easy sandwich, too. -Kari Moore, West Plains, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the crab, celery, onions and cheese. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and yogurt until blended. Pour over crab mixture; toss to coat. Line croissants with lettuce; top with crab salad and tomato slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CRAB SALAD SANDWICHES
This versatile Crab Salad in a flaky croissant is creamy smooth, with a slight crab flavor, perfect for that light lunch!
Provided by Karlynn Johnston
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Coarsely chop or break apart the imitation crab into small pieces.
- Finely chop the celery.
- Toss the celery, crab, salt, and pepper, in a medium-sized bowl.
- Stir the mayonnaise, lemon juice, old bay seasoning and dill together in a bowl or cup.
- Pour the mayonnaise mix over the crab and toss gently to coat.
- Fill your croissant with the mixed crab meat and garnish with green onion on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Sodium 1188 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CRAB SALAD CROISSANTS
Make and share this Crab Salad Croissants recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Julie Bs Hive
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4 sandwiches, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place a lettuce leaf on each of the four croissants.
- Mix rest of ingredients together in a small bowl then divide among the four sandwiches.
- Eat hearty!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.5, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 60.9, Sodium 1229.5, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 8.8, Protein 13.1
CRAB CROISSANTS
Blue crab claw meat served on buttery croissants is a favorite picnic dish for my wife, friends and me for summer trips.
Provided by J.D.Tyre
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the crabmeat, blue cheese dressing, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, onion, and garlic. Gently fold in tomato, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Asiago cheese can be folded into the mixture, or sprinkled over the top when serving.
- Spread about 1/2 cup of the mixture on half of each croissant, and top with the other halves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 123.6 mg, Fat 42 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1220.9 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
ACADIAN-STYLE CRAB SALAD ON CROISSANTS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 12m
Yield 12 pieces, 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Run your fingers through the crab meat to remove any bits of shell. In a bowl, combine the celery, onion, mayo, chili, hot sauce and Worcestershire. Add the crab meat to the bowl and mix with a fork. Season with salt and pepper, to your taste. Pile salad on lettuce leaves in croissants. Cut each croissant in thirds on angles, following the shape of the pastry. Arrange sandwiches on a plate and serve.
ACADIAN-STYLE CRAB SALAD ON CROISSANTS RECIPE
Provided by á-174942
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Run your fingers through the crab meat to remove any bits of shell. In a bowl, combine the celery, onion, mayo, chili, hot sauce and Worcestershire. Add the crab meat to the bowl and mix with a fork. Season with salt and pepper, to your taste. Pile salad on lettuce leaves in croissants. Cut each croissant in thirds on angles, following the shape of the pastry. Arrange sandwiches on a plate and serve. This recipe yields 12 pieces, 6 servings.
CRAB SALAD ON CROISSANT
Make and share this Crab Salad on Croissant recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Denise
Categories Crab
Time 10m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Chop crab into small pieces if necessary.
- Combine all ingredients, mix well.
- Chill for at least half an hour.
- Serve on croissants with lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.7, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 29.5, Sodium 742, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 8.4
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the taste of your crab salad.
- Be sure to chill the crab meat before using it. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming too watery.
- Use a light hand when mixing the salad. Overmixing can make the salad tough.
- Taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Crab salad on croissants is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or lunch dish. With its creamy, flavorful filling and flaky, buttery croissant base, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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