Crab-Rice Salad

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

A vibrant crab and rice salad with fresh herbs, olives, pineapple, and a tangy French dressing, perfect for light lunches or summer gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked rice (cold)
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 3 tablespoons French dressing
  • 1 cup quartered ripe olives
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 2 (8 oz.) packages Alaskan king crab, thawed and drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 small can chunk pineapple

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss the cold cooked rice, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped parsley.
  2. Drizzle the French dressing over the mixture and toss to combine.
  3. Gently fold in the quartered olives, diced celery, pineapple chunks, drained crab meat, and mayonnaise.
  4. Refrigerate until chilled and ready to serve.
  5. Serve on green lettuce leaves for a fresh presentation.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

495 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.3g 23% DV
Total Fat 34.7g 44% DV
Carbs 41.7g 15% DV
Fiber 10.5g 38% DV
Sugar 5.3g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1076.5mg 47% DV
Potassium 1750.8mg 37% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 18.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 40.6mg 45% DV
Calcium 84mg 6% DV
Iron 14.6mg 81% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Egg Shellfish

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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