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Cilantro-Lime Crab Salad with Paprika Toasts

Cilantro-Lime Crab Salad with Paprika Toasts
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Cilantro-Lime Crab Salad with Paprika Toasts is a fresh, tangy, and flavorful dish combining sweet crab meat, zesty lime juice, and aromatic cilantro, complemented by smoky, crispy paprika-spiced toasts. Perfect for light lunches, appetizers, or elegant gatherings, this salad offers a nutritious and refreshing twist that is quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 8 oz fresh lump crab meat
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Paprika Toasts

  • 1/2 baguette or rustic bread, sliced into thin rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Paprika Toasts: Slice the baguette or rustic bread into thin rounds. Lightly brush each side with olive oil, then sprinkle generously with smoked paprika and a pinch of salt. Toast under a broiler or in a hot skillet until crisp, golden, and aromatic.
  2. Mix the Salad Base: In a medium bowl, gently combine lump crab meat with finely chopped red onion and chopped cilantro. Add freshly squeezed lime juice and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper. Fold carefully to preserve the delicate crab texture.
  3. Adjust Flavor and Chill: Taste the salad and tweak seasoning as desired, adding more lime juice for tanginess, smoked paprika for smokiness, or extra cilantro for freshness. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Spoon generous portions of the chilled crab salad atop each paprika toast. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro leaves or thin lime wedges. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of crisp toasts and cool, zesty crab salad.

Notes

  • Use lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
  • Toast bread just before serving to keep it crisp.
  • Use fresh lime juice for optimal brightness.
  • Chilling the salad enhances flavor and freshness.
  • Fold ingredients gently to maintain crab meat integrity.

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Keywords: crab salad, cilantro lime crab salad, paprika toasts, appetizer, gluten free, quick salad, fresh crab recipe

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