Crab Louis

Crab Louis is a classic American seafood salad that combines succulent crab meat with a refreshing mix of vegetables and a tangy dressing. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein, making it a perfect choice for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• crab meat - 200 grams
• romaine lettuce - 100 grams, chopped
• cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• avocado - 1, diced
• hard-boiled eggs - 2, chopped
• cucumber - 1/2, sliced
• green onions - 2, sliced
• mayonnaise - 3 tablespoons
• ketchup - 1 tablespoon
• Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon
• lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste
• paprika - for garnish

Steps

1. Start by boiling the eggs in a pot of water for about 10 minutes. Once cooked, transfer them to an ice bath to cool, then peel and chop them.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, sliced cucumber, and chopped green onions.
4. Gently fold in the crab meat and chopped hard-boiled eggs into the salad mixture.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients without breaking the crab meat.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of paprika for added flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, beneficial for heart health.

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