Delicious and Refreshing Crab Salad

This Mel's Crab Salad recipe is an absolute crowd-pleaser. Packed with fresh crab meat, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing, this salad is both delicious and refreshing. It's perfect for a light lunch on a hot summer day or as a side dish for a seafood feast. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can easily whip up this flavorful salad in no time. Give it a try and impress your guests with this mouthwatering dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh or canned crab meat
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced cucumber
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine.
2. Add the crab meat, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, and parsley to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Gently toss the ingredients until they are well coated with the dressing.
4. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.
5. Serve the crab salad chilled and enjoy!

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