Crayfish Salad(Yield: 4 Servings)

Prep: 20 min Cook: 5 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mediterranean

A vibrant and elegant salad featuring succulent crayfish paired with fresh citrus and crisp vegetables, perfect for seafood lovers and those seeking a light, flavorful meal. The combination of grapefruit, orange, avocado, and tender greens creates a refreshing and sophisticated dish suitable for special occasions or brunch.

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Ingredients

  • 20 live crayfish
  • 1 pink grapefruit
  • 4 oz. small green beans
  • 8 oz. thin asparagus spears
  • 1 avocado
  • 8 oyster mushrooms
  • 4 large lettuce leaves
  • 1 orange
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Put the crayfish into a large saucepan of boiling water.
  2. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes until they turn red.
  3. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
  4. Set aside about 4 crayfish for garnish.
  5. Peel the remaining crayfish, twisting off the heads and peeling away the tail shells.
  6. Segment the pink grapefruit and orange, removing the membranes.
  7. Blanch the green beans and asparagus in boiling water until tender, then drain and cool.
  8. Slice the avocado and set aside.
  9. Arrange the lettuce leaves on plates.
  10. Distribute the crayfish, citrus segments, green beans, asparagus, and avocado over the lettuce.
  11. In a small bowl, mix the unsalted butter with Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  12. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and garnish with the reserved crayfish.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

266 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.3g 7% DV
Total Fat 24.4g 31% DV
Carbs 11.4g 4% DV
Fiber 3.8g 14% DV
Sugar 6.6g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9766.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 406.8mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 53.8mg 18% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 465.3mcg 52% DV
Vitamin C 24.5mg 27% DV
Vitamin D 6.6mcg 33% DV
Calcium 95mg 7% DV
Iron 1.4mg 8% DV
Diet fit Keto-friendly Under 400 cal
Contains Milk 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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