Crab Cakes with Cilantro Salsa

Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Crab Cakes with Cilantro Salsa
40 min.
16
133kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Crab Cakes with Cilantro Salsa, a perfect dish for any occasion! Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking for a tasty snack, these crab cakes are sure to impress your guests. With a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior, they are a fantastic way to enjoy the rich taste of crabmeat.

What sets this recipe apart is the vibrant cilantro salsa that accompanies the crab cakes. The fresh ingredients, including ripe tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and aromatic cilantro, create a refreshing contrast to the savory cakes. This dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal antipasti or appetizer.

Best of all, this recipe is dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. With just 40 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up 16 servings of these scrumptious crab cakes, each packed with 133 calories. The combination of black beans, sweet corn, and spices adds a unique twist, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering dish. Serve them warm with the cilantro salsa on the side, and watch as they disappear in no time!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 11 oz corn sweet whole drained canned
  • cup tomatoes chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion red chopped
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 18 oz crabmeat drained canned
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs italian
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • medium spring onion sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • tablespoons salad dressing 
  •  eggs beaten
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.7 cup breadcrumbs dry italian

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Stir together Cilantro Salsa ingredients; cover and refrigerate.
  2. Stir together Crab Cakes ingredients--except 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and 2/3 cup bread crumbs. Shape mixture into 16 cakes, about 2 inches in diameter.
  3. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Coat crab cakes with 2/3 cup bread crumbs. Cook in oil 3 to 4 minutes on each side, turning once, until golden brown.
  4. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories133kcal
Protein28.17%
Fat28.96%
Carbs42.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.38
Glycemic Load
0.36
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.2656522056331%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.17mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:133.36kcal
6.67%
Fat:4.29g
6.59%
Saturated Fat:0.76g
4.75%
Carbohydrates:14.27g
4.76%
Net Carbohydrates:11.77g
4.28%
Sugar:1.47g
1.63%
Cholesterol:41.17mg
13.72%
Sodium:466.65mg
20.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.38g
18.76%
Selenium:16.93µg
24.19%
Vitamin B12:1.11µg
18.57%
Copper:0.35mg
17.69%
Phosphorus:136.18mg
13.62%
Folate:51.48µg
12.87%
Vitamin K:11.69µg
11.13%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.75%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.18%
Vitamin C:8.29mg
10.04%
Fiber:2.51g
10.02%
Vitamin B3:1.83mg
9.15%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.03%
Iron:1.38mg
7.69%
Magnesium:29.94mg
7.49%
Potassium:255.13mg
7.29%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.81%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.52%
Calcium:60.7mg
6.07%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.22%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.76%
Vitamin A:182.6IU
3.65%