Insalata di Granchio

Insalata di Granchio is a refreshing Italian crab salad that combines the sweetness of crab meat with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. This keto-friendly dish is perfect for a light meal or appetizer, bringing the flavors of the sea to your table.

Insalata di Granchio
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Italian
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
  • Arugula - 50 grams
  • Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
  • Avocado - 1 medium, diced
  • Cucumber - 1 small, diced
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, arugula, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and diced cucumber.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring the crab meat remains intact.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from crab and healthy fats from avocado.
  • High in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it ideal for a keto diet.

Tags

ItalianKetoSalad