Creamy Crab Lettuce Wraps

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Creamy Crab Lettuce Wraps
45 min.
20
57kcal

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Looking for a light, flavorful, and totally shareable appetizer? These Creamy Crab Lettuce Wraps are your answer! Imagine the delicate sweetness of crab meat mingling with the tangy zest of lime and a touch of spicy cayenne, all nestled in crisp, cool lettuce cups. The creamy, dairy-free filling is surprisingly rich and satisfying, thanks to a clever combination of cashew-based cream cheese and the smooth, subtle sweetness of coconut milk creamer and culinary coconut milk.

This recipe is perfect for those who are gluten-free or dairy-free, or simply looking for a healthier alternative to traditional appetizers. Don't let the "dairy-free" fool you – the cream cheese alternative blends beautifully with the other ingredients, resulting in a creamy and decadent filling that everyone will love. And the best part? These wraps come together in under 45 minutes, making them ideal for last-minute gatherings or a quick and easy snack.

These Creamy Crab Lettuce Wraps are not only delicious but also visually appealing. So, whether you're hosting a party, looking for a satisfying snack, or simply want treat, prepare this gluten-free recipe that offers a delightful burst of flavor without the excess calories. Prepare for rave reviews because your friends and family will be reaching for it over and over again!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
  • 0.5 lb crab meat 
  • oz dairy free cream cheese (such as Sheese)
  • 0.3 cup so delicious dairy free original creamer barista style
  • 0.5 cup so delicious dairy free original culinary coconut milk 
  •  juice of lime 
  • 10  lettuce leaves 
  • 0.5 cup bottled roasted peppers red minced

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, stir crab meat with 6 ounces of the dairy free cream cheese, setting 2 ounces aside. Stir in So Delicious Creamer, red peppers and cayenne pepper.
  2. Place a spoonful of crab mixture on each lettuce leaves and roll up tightly.
  3. Cut on a diagonal and place on serving platter.In a small bowl, beat remaining dairy free cream cheese with So Delicious Coconut Milk and the juice of 2 limes. Spoon into dipping bowl, then sprinkle with lime zest.
  4. Serve with sliced wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Calories57kcal
Protein22.43%
Fat65.46%
Carbs12.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.29
Glycemic Load
0.27
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
4.5995653103227%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:56.98kcal
2.85%
Fat:4.19g
6.44%
Saturated Fat:2.32g
14.53%
Carbohydrates:1.74g
0.58%
Net Carbohydrates:1.52g
0.55%
Sugar:0.85g
0.95%
Cholesterol:16.22mg
5.41%
Sodium:186.67mg
8.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.23g
6.45%
Vitamin A:1122.65IU
22.45%
Vitamin B12:1.15µg
19.2%
Selenium:5.42µg
7.74%
Vitamin C:6.23mg
7.55%
Copper:0.12mg
6.21%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.26%
Phosphorus:41.71mg
4.17%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.79%
Folate:14.63µg
3.66%
Calcium:36.23mg
3.62%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.34%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.67%
Potassium:84.87mg
2.42%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.42%
Magnesium:8.84mg
2.21%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.82%
Iron:0.27mg
1.5%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.09%