Ensalada de Cangrejo

Ensalada de Cangrejo is a refreshing Spanish salad that combines the delicate flavors of crab with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light meal. Packed with protein and vibrant colors, this dish brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium
• Red onion - 1/4 medium
• Avocado - 1 medium
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Start by preparing all the vegetables: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and cube the avocado.
2. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and chopped parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
5. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado and olive oil, promoting heart health.

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