Indonesian Crab Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Indonesian crab salad is one of my favorite quick weeknight meals because it comes together in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required. Fresh crab meat is packed with protein and selenium, which supports your immune system beautifully. What I love most is how versatile it is, letting you use whatever vegetables you have on hand while the lime and ginger dressing brings that bright, authentic Southeast Asian flavor. It's also incredibly budget friendly when you buy pre made crab meat, making it perfect for a casual dinner that feels restaurant quality without the fuss.
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Ingredients
- 400crab meat
- 200mixed greens
- 100red onion(thinly sliced)
- 150cherry tomatoes(halved)
- 200cucumber(thinly sliced)
- 150carrots(peeled and grated)
- 100red bell pepper(thinly sliced)
- 100peanuts
- 20 mlsesame oil(for dressing)
- 50 mllime juice(freshly squeezed)
- 10ginger(grated)
- 5chili flakes(optional, for spice)
- 10fish sauce(optional, for flavor)
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and red bell pepper.
Tip: Be sure to remove excess moisture from the vegetables before using.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, lime juice, grated ginger, chili flakes (if using), and fish sauce (if using).
Tip: Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Make sure everything is well combined for the best flavor.
- 4
Add the crab meat to the bowl and gently toss to combine.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid breaking the crab meat.
- 5
Sprinkle peanuts over the top of the salad and serve immediately.
Tip: You can also toast the peanuts in a pan for a few minutes to enhance the flavor.
- 6
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: This step is optional, but it will help the salad hold its shape better.
- 7
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tip: This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as an appetizer for a dinner party.
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