Crab Cakes with Lemon-Parsley Slaw

Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Crab Cakes with Lemon-Parsley Slaw
35 min.
6
159kcal

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Crab Cakes with Lemon-Parsley Slaw is a delightful, fresh, and light dish that will excite your taste buds. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, these crispy crab cakes are paired with a zesty and refreshing lemon-parsley slaw that complements the rich crabmeat. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a meal with your family, this dish is sure to be a hit.

What makes this recipe even better is that it's dairy-free, so it’s a great option for those with dietary restrictions. The combination of succulent crabmeat, Dijon mustard, and Old Bay seasoning brings a unique flavor to the cakes, while the lemon-parsley slaw adds a refreshing crunch that balances the richness of the crab. The dish is also light on calories, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy yet indulgent meal.

With just 35 minutes of preparation, you can create these mouthwatering crab cakes that will make you feel like a professional chef. The crispy golden crust and the tender, flavorful interior are sure to impress. Serve them with a side of lemon wedges and the tangy slaw, and you have a meal that’s both elegant and satisfying. It's the perfect combination of savory and fresh flavors that will keep you coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon chives minced
  • 1.5 pounds crab meat fresh
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • large eggs 
  • servings optional: lemon 
  • servings lemon wedges 
  • tablespoons mayonnaise reduced-fat
  • teaspoon old bay seasoning 
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs divided

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Place a jelly-roll pan in oven 10 minutes to heat.
  3. Drain and flake crabmeat, removing any bits of shell.
  4. Combine 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, and next 4 ingredients; gently add crabmeat to mixture using hands to toss. Shape into 12 small patties. Dredge patties in remaining 1/4 cup breadcrumbs.
  5. Coat crab cakes well with cooking spray.
  6. Remove hot pan from oven; coat pan with cooking spray.
  7. Place crab cakes on hot pan in a single layer.
  8. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes; turn cakes over and bake 10 more minutes or until lightly browned.
  9. Serve with lemon wedges and Lemon-Parsley Slaw.

Nutrition Facts

Calories159kcal
Protein60.6%
Fat18.32%
Carbs21.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.33
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
18.890434622765%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.71mg
Hesperetin
2.23mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:158.85kcal
7.94%
Fat:3.12g
4.8%
Saturated Fat:0.65g
4.08%
Carbohydrates:8.09g
2.7%
Net Carbohydrates:7.3g
2.65%
Sugar:1.01g
1.12%
Cholesterol:79.37mg
26.46%
Sodium:1092.08mg
47.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.25g
46.5%
Vitamin B12:10.31µg
171.86%
Selenium:47.14µg
67.34%
Copper:1.08mg
54.19%
Zinc:7.02mg
46.82%
Phosphorus:285.23mg
28.52%
Folate:65.67µg
16.42%
Magnesium:63.33mg
15.83%
Vitamin C:12.52mg
15.17%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.42%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.91%
Vitamin B3:1.89mg
9.43%
Iron:1.47mg
8.16%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.13%
Calcium:81.01mg
8.1%
Potassium:280.47mg
8.01%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.5%
Vitamin K:6.91µg
6.58%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.01%
Fiber:0.79g
3.15%
Vitamin A:109.56IU
2.19%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.49%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
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