Cucumber Crab Salad – A Light, Refreshing, and Elegant Dish

This Cucumber Crab Salad is the perfect balance of lightness and flavor. With the freshness of cucumbers, the sweetness of crab, and the tanginess of lime juice, this salad is a delicious treat for any time of the year. It’s incredibly easy to make and can be customized with different herbs or veggies. The addition of a tangy, creamy dressing brings all the ingredients together, making it a delightful side dish or light lunch. You can enjoy it on a hot summer day, at a BBQ, or as a simple appetizer to impress guests.

Ingredients:

• 2 cucumbers, washed and sliced
  
  

• 1 cup crab meat (fresh or canned)
  
  

• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  
  

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  
  

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  
  

• 1 tablespoon lime juice
  
  

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  
  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
  

• Salt, to taste
  
  

• Pepper, to taste
  
  

Directions:

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds. Peel the skin if desired.
   
   

2. If using fresh crab, remove it from the shell and chop into small pieces. If using canned crab, simply drain it and break it into smaller pieces.
   
   

3. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber slices, crab meat, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
   
   

4. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
   
   

5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.
   
   

6. Add the fresh parsley or dill and mix again.
   
   

7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for a cooler, more refreshing taste. Enjoy!
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving):

• Calories: 113 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 18g
  
  

• Protein: 9g
  
  

• Fat: 0.5g
  
  

• Fiber: 3g
  
  

• Sugar: 3g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 9mg
  
  

• Iron: 1mg
  
  

• Calcium: 75mg