Best 2 Imitation Crabmeat Salad Recipes

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Calling all seafood lovers on a budget! This Imitation Crabmeat Salad journey will tantalize your taste buds and keep your wallet happy. Our first recipe, the classic Imitation Crabmeat Salad, brings you a delightful blend of imitation crab, crunchy celery, sweet red onion, and a tangy mayonnaise dressing. It's perfect as a sandwich filling, atop a bed of crisp lettuce, or scooped up with crackers.

Next up, we have a creamy and flavorful Imitation Crab Rangoon Dip. This indulgent dip features a luscious filling of imitation crab, cream cheese, and a hint of garlic, all wrapped in crispy wonton wrappers and baked to perfection. Enjoy it as an appetizer or as a fun party snack.

For those seeking a lighter option, our Asian-Inspired Imitation Crab Salad is a refreshing choice. This vibrant salad combines imitation crab, crisp cucumber, shredded carrots, and a zesty dressing made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. It's a perfect summer lunch or a healthy side dish.

Finally, we present our versatile Imitation Crab Cakes. These golden-brown crab cakes are made with a combination of imitation crab, panko breadcrumbs, and a blend of herbs and spices. Pan-fried to crispy perfection, they're perfect as a main course served with tartar sauce or as a delicious addition to your next seafood platter.

With these four imitation crab recipes, you'll have a variety of delicious and budget-friendly seafood dishes to enjoy. Let's dive into the kitchen and start cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEN SALAD WITH IMITATION CRABMEAT



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Make and share this Green Salad With Imitation Crabmeat recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katia

Categories     Greens

Time 12m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

200 g imitation crabmeat, cubed
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons whiskey
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon mustard
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons dill, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lettuce, well washed drained
salt

Steps:

  • Mix the 7 first ingredients, until dill, to make a sauce.
  • Cut the lettuce leaves, you can any other greens and add the olive oil and salt ot taste. Put over the greens the crab sauce.
  • Enjoy.

IMITATION CRABMEAT SALAD



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Great deli-like salad. Our family never seems to get tired of it! You may use low-fat sour cream and mayonnaise if you wish. Serve on lettuce leaves with tomato wedges for a garnish.

Provided by DThomRN2

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup diced red onion
½ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup diced celery
1 pound imitation crab meat, flaked
¼ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
⅔ cup Italian-style salad dressing
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine onion, green pepper, celery and imitation crab meat.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, salad dressing, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing mixture into the crab/vegetable mixture and toss lightly to combine. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 40.3 mg, Fat 53.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1393.9 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

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Tips for Making Imitation Crabmeat Salad

- **Use high-quality imitation crabmeat.** The better the quality of the imitation crabmeat, the better your salad will be. Look for imitation crabmeat that is made from real crab meat and that has a firm texture. - **Shred the imitation crabmeat finely.** This will help it to blend with the other ingredients in the salad. You can use a food processor or a sharp knife to shred the imitation crabmeat. - **Add other ingredients to your liking.** There are many other ingredients that you can add to your imitation crabmeat salad, such as celery, onion, cucumber, sweet pickle relish, and hard-boiled eggs. - **Use a light dressing.** A heavy dressing will overwhelm the delicate flavor of the imitation crabmeat. A mayonnaise-based dressing or a vinaigrette are both good options. - **Serve the salad chilled.** Imitation crabmeat salad is best served chilled. This will help to keep the salad refreshing and flavorful. ###

Conclusion

Imitation crabmeat salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover imitation crabmeat. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious imitation crabmeat salad that your family and friends will love.

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