Best 8 Imitation Crab Surimi And Avocado Salad Recipes

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**Savory Imitation Crab, Surimi, and Avocado Salad: A Trio of Flavors for Health and Delight**

Indulge in a culinary delight with our imitation crab, surimi, and avocado salad recipes. These vibrant salads combine the delicate sweetness of crab and surimi with the creamy richness of avocado, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a healthy snack, these recipes offer a medley of options to suit your culinary desires. Let's embark on a journey of taste and discover the unique charm of each salad variation.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST IMITATION CRAB SEAFOOD SALAD



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Seafood Salad made with imitation crab meat,mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, red onion and a few basic seasonings is adelicious and affordable option for when that seafood craving hits. Dependingon what your mom called it, this is the classic crab salad or seafood salad weall grew up with.

Provided by About a Mom

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces Aquamar® Surimi Flakes (imitation crab)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp lemon
1/2 cup celery, minced (about 2 stalks)
3 tbsp red onion, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dill

Steps:

  • Break imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces and add to a bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and gently stir to combine.
  • The salad can be served immediately, however, the flavor will improve if it melds in the refrigerator for a few hours overnight. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 137 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 545 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

IMITATION CRAB AND PASTA SALAD



Imitation Crab and Pasta Salad image

This is a cool and refreshing salad that is great for Summertime. It's a versatile recipe with ingredients that can be modified to your personal tastes.

Provided by MSippigirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb imitation crabmeat, roughly chopped
1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked (or other small shell pasta)
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped (about 1 rib)
1/4 teaspoon onion salt (or more) or 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/4 teaspoon creole seasoning, like Tony Chachere's (or more)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 dash garlic salt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or more)
1 tablespoon sour cream (optional)
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package. Rinse until cool under cold tap water. Leave to drain well in a colander.
  • Chop crab meat in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, chop all desired veggies. Add pasta and all seasonings. Fold in mayo (and sour cream, if using). Adjust mayo and seasonings to personal taste. Gently fold in the crab meat.
  • Refrigerate. Stir again before serving, adding more mayo if needed.

IMITATION CRAB (SURIMI) SALAD



Imitation Crab (Surimi) Salad image

If you're short of time and still want something nice for lunch, try this salad. It is better when chilled for an hour or so but can be eaten immediately. It keeps well in the fridge for a couple of days. Also nice as an appetizer on crackers or as a cucumber stuffing.

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 eggs, hard-boiled
7 ounces surimi (imitation crab meat)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mash the eggs.
  • Flake and cut the surimi.
  • Mix eggs, surimi, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill weed, salt and pepper.
  • Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.7, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 282.1, Sodium 382.3, Carbohydrate 6.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 15.5

TARRAGON CRAB SALAD



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The keys to this fast, simple dish, which was inspired by a crab-stuffed tomato at Yves Camdeborde's Paris brasserie, Le Comptoir du Relais, are ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and excellent crabmeat.

Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Salad     Blender     Tomato     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Crab     Summer     Healthy     Tarragon     Chive     Lettuce     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon water
3 tablespoons mild olive oil
1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over
2 teaspoons chopped tarragon
3 tablespoons chopped chives
2 large tomatoes (1 1/2 to 2 pounds total), sliced thick
3 cups baby romaine leaves
Serve with:
Toasted baguette slices

Steps:

  • Blend yolk, vinegar, water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a blender. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream.
  • Toss crabmeat with dressing, tarragon, and chives.
  • Season tomatoes with salt and serve topped with romaine and crab

CRAB AND AVOCADO SALAD



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

Provided by kiwidutch

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb jumbo lump crab meat
3 ripe avocados
2 tablespoons bruinoise red peppers
2 tablespoons bruinoise yellow peppers
2 tablespoons bruinoise red onions
6 sesame crackers
3 tablespoons wasabi aioli
1 cucumber, sliced thin
1 teaspoon black sesame seed
1 teaspoon slivered chives
5 cherry tomatoes
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Mix picked crabmeat with aioli, chives, salt and pepper.
  • Cut avocados in half.
  • Scoop out meat.
  • Mash slightly with a fork with lime juice, brunoise vegetables, salt and pepper.
  • On a plate, fan sliced cucumbers.
  • Place avocados in center.
  • Place crab on the avocado.
  • Sesame cracker on top.
  • with herbs or baby lettuce garnish.
  • Around the outside of the plate, dot aioli alternating with cherry tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle black sesame seeds.
  • And Serve.

SURIMI SALAD



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Make and share this Surimi Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Categories     Crab

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (6 ounce) package imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup bleu cheese salad dressing
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Cut imitation crab legs in half inch pieces at an angle and place in a bowl. Add all other ingredients except for salad dressing, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix the salad together to combine and add dressing and dill. Stir again to combine.
  • Last season the salad with salt and pepper to taste and stir once to combine. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes up to 20 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.9, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 9, Sodium 350.4, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 2.1

AVOCADO CRABMEAT SALAD



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You'll reel in compliments with Gail VanGundy's colorful seafood salad. "It makes a pretty side dish," notes the Parker, Colorado cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup flaked crabmeat, cartilage removed or imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup chopped lettuce
1/3 cup diced celery
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and halved

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the crab, lettuce, celery, onion, lemon juice, salt and paprika. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Stir in mayonnaise until combined. Serve in avocado halves.

Nutrition Facts :

CRAB, AVOCADO & ROCKET SALAD



Crab, avocado & rocket salad image

Native British crab is at its best from April to December, and this seasonal salad makes the most of its delicate flavour

Provided by CJ Jackson

Categories     Afternoon tea, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 10m

Yield Serves 4 as a main course, 8 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 7

450g crabmeat , (a mix of ²⁄³ white and ¹⁄³ brown)
¹⁄² 200ml tub crème fraîche
juice 1 lemon
12 cherry tomatoes
1 large ripe avocado
110g bag rocket , washed and dried
3 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Put the crabmeat in a glass or metal bowl. Check for any shards of shell. Tip the brown crabmeat into a small bowl. Stir in the crème fraîche and ½ the lemon juice until smooth. Lightly season, then set aside.
  • Cut the tomatoes in half, or into quarters if large. Cut the avocado in half lengthways and remove the stone. Peel off the skin, then cut into thin slices. Put the rocket, tomatoes and avocado into a large bowl. Squeeze over the remaining lemon juice and the olive oil. Season, then toss until the salad is coated with the dressing.
  • Arrange the salad onto serving plates. Scatter over the white crabmeat, drizzle with crème fraîche dressing and serve straight away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 34 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1.24 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Opt for fresh, ripe avocados and use imitation crab meat that is free from fillers and additives.
  • Chop the avocado evenly: This will ensure that the salad has a consistent texture.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: In addition to avocados and imitation crab, you can add other vegetables such as cucumber, bell peppers, or corn to the salad.
  • Season the salad to taste: Use a combination of salt, pepper, and lemon juice to bring out the flavors of the ingredients.
  • Serve the salad chilled: This will help to keep the avocado from browning and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

This imitation crab, surimi, and avocado salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the sea and the creaminess of avocados. This salad is also a healthy option, as it is packed with nutrients and low in calories. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this salad a try.

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