Crab and Lemon Bruschetta Recipe

Name: Crab and Lemon Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ciabatta loaf, cut into 12 (1/2-inch thick) slices; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 clove garlic, peeled and halved; 8 ounces lump crabmeat; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon); 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt; 1 large lemon, zested; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 ciabatta loaf, cut into 12 (1/2-inch thick) slices
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 clove garlic, peeled and halved
8 ounces lump crabmeat
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
1 large lemon, zested
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
For the toasts: Place an oven rack in the center of the oven.
2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a heavy baking sheet.
3
Drizzle both sides of the bread with the oil.
4
Season with salt and bake until light golden, about 10 minutes.
5
Cool for 1 minute, and then rub the toasts with the cut side of the garlic.
6
For the crab: In a small bowl, gently combine the crab, lemon juice, chives, and salt.
7
For the mayonnaise: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon zest, salt, and cayenne pepper.
8
Divide the crabmeat evenly and place on top of the toasts.
9
Dollop with about 1 teaspoon of the mayonnaise mixture and serve immediately.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ciabatta loaf, cut into 12 (1/2-inch thick) slices, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 clove garlic, peeled and halved, and more.

Yes, Crab and Lemon Bruschetta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crab and Lemon Bruschetta

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Variations & substitutions

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