Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Dressing Recipe

Name: Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 1/2 cup frozen peas; 9 ounces fresh crabmeat or high-quality canned crabmeat, such as Culinary Reserve; Grated zest of 1 lemon; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons Roccos Magnificent Mayonnaise (page 200) or store-bought reduced-fat mayonnaise, such as Hellmans Low-Fat Mayonnaise Dressing; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs, such as Ians All-Natural; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; One 4-ounce jar pimientos, with their liquid; 4 ounces (about 7 cups) baby arugula

Servings: persons

Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup frozen peas
9 ounces fresh crabmeat or high-quality canned crabmeat, such as Culinary Reserve
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons Roccos Magnificent Mayonnaise (page 200) or store-bought reduced-fat mayonnaise, such as Hellmans Low-Fat Mayonnaise Dressing
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs, such as Ians All-Natural
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 4-ounce jar pimientos, with their liquid
4 ounces (about 7 cups) baby arugula

1
Preheat the broiler on low.
2
Spray a foil-lined baking sheet with cooking spray and set it aside.
3
Place the peas in a small microwave-safe bowl and cover it with plastic wrap.
4
Microwave on high until tender, about 1 minute.
5
Let cool slightly.
6
In a medium bowl, combine the crabmeat, lemon zest and juice, 1/2 cup of mayonnaise, chives, peas, and panko.
7
Season the crab mixture with salt and pepper to taste, and mix thoroughly.
8
Using your hands, form the mixture into 4 equal cakes.
9
Place the crab cakes on the prepared baking sheet.
10
Broil the crab cakes until they are deep golden brown and hot throughout, about 6 minutes.
11
Meanwhile, combine the pimientos, their liquid, and the remaining mayonnaise in a blender.
12
Puree until smooth.
13
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
14
In a medium bowl, toss the arugula with half of the pimiento dressing.
15
Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
16
Serve the crab cakes with the remaining pimiento sauce and the arugula salad.
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Eat more arugula!
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If you find yourself with an upset stomach, you might find relief in your salad bowl.
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Recent research suggests that the peppery green helps reduce the stomach-acid secretion that can irritate gastric ulcers.
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Fat: 94g (before), 4.1g (after)
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Calories: 1,030 (before), 152 (after)
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Protein: 16g
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Carbohydrates: 12g
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Cholesterol: 41mg
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Fiber: 2g
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Sodium: 1,096mg

252

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick cooking spray, 1/2 cup frozen peas, 9 ounces fresh crabmeat or high-quality canned crabmeat, such as Culinary Reserve, Grated zest of 1 lemon, and more.

Yes, Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Dressing

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Variations & substitutions

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