This classic crab dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining the sweet, delicate flavor of lump crab meat with a rich and creamy base of mayonnaise and sour cream. Finely chopped celery and green onions add a refreshing crunch and subtle brightness that cuts through the richness, while fresh dill provides an aromatic herbal note. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no cookingâÂÂjust mixing and chilling. The flavors meld beautifully when refrigerated, making it an ideal make-ahead appetizer for holiday parties, Super Bowl gatherings, or casual game nights. Serve it cold with sturdy crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetable sticks for a sophisticated yet comforting bite.
Crab Dip
Description
This classic crab dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining the sweet, delicate flavor of lump crab meat with a rich and creamy base of mayonnaise and sour cream. Finely chopped celery and green onions add a refreshing crunch and subtle brightness that cuts through the richness, while fresh dill provides an aromatic herbal note. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no cookingâÂÂjust mixing and chilling. The flavors meld beautifully when refrigerated, making it an ideal make-ahead appetizer for holiday parties, Super Bowl gatherings, or casual game nights. Serve it cold with sturdy crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetable sticks for a sophisticated yet comforting bite.Ingredients
Directions
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Gently flake 3/4 lb of lump crab meat into small, bite-sized pieces, being careful not to mash it.
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Place the flaked crab meat into a large mixing bowl.
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Finely dice celery stalks and green onions, then add them to the bowl with the crab.
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Sprinkle a generous amount of fresh dill weed over the mixture.
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Add 1/2 cup of mayonnaise and 1/2 cup of sour cream to the bowl.
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Gently fold all ingredients together until just combined, ensuring the crab remains tender.
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Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
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Remove from the refrigerator and give the dip a gentle stir just before serving.
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Serve chilled alongside sturdy crackers, crostini, or vegetable crudité.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 261.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28.2g44%
- Saturated Fat 6.9g35%
- Cholesterol 20.1mg7%
- Sodium 127.2mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 1.4g
- Protein 1.1g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.