West Indies Crab Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
West Indies Crab Salad
11 min.
11
86kcal

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If you're looking for a refreshing and elegant dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean, look no further than this West Indies Crab Salad. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light starter, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of delicious, fresh ingredients.

This salad brings together the tender sweetness of lump crab meat, the subtle crunch of sweet onion, and the fresh herbal notes of flat-leaf parsley, all balanced perfectly with a tangy cider vinegar dressing. The addition of avocado slices atop the crab mixture not only adds creaminess but also contributes healthy fats that make this dish both satisfying and nutritious.

In just 11 minutes of prep time, you can create a dish that’s sure to impress your guests. Serve it as an antipasti, a light snack, or as part of a festive appetizer spread. With only 86 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the rich flavors of the West Indies. So, whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or just looking for a fresh, healthy meal, this crab salad is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • slices avocado 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh
  • pound lump crab meat drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  onion sweet finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring gently. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Top avocado slices with crab mixture using a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories86kcal
Protein38.17%
Fat44.78%
Carbs17.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.09
Glycemic Load
0.16
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.5473912436029%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Apigenin
1.57mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.45mg
Quercetin
4.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:85.79kcal
4.29%
Fat:4.21g
6.48%
Saturated Fat:0.62g
3.9%
Carbohydrates:3.61g
1.2%
Net Carbohydrates:2.4g
0.87%
Sugar:1.65g
1.83%
Cholesterol:17.32mg
5.77%
Sodium:454.74mg
19.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.08g
16.16%
Vitamin B12:3.71µg
61.85%
Selenium:15.23µg
21.76%
Copper:0.43mg
21.28%
Vitamin K:18.6µg
17.71%
Zinc:2.59mg
17.27%
Phosphorus:106.77mg
10.68%
Folate:36.94µg
9.23%
Vitamin C:6.63mg
8.03%
Magnesium:27.83mg
6.96%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.8%
Potassium:197.49mg
5.64%
Fiber:1.21g
4.83%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.81%
Vitamin B3:0.74mg
3.68%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.62%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
3%
Calcium:28.81mg
2.88%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.65%
Iron:0.47mg
2.62%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.46%
Vitamin A:91.34IU
1.83%
Source:My Recipes