How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Crab Salad?

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded, 5 c. crab meat chunks, 6 hard-cooked eggs, sliced, 1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained, and more.

Is Crab Salad suitable as seafood?

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

How do I store leftover Crab Salad?

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

Crab Salad Recipe

Name: Crab Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded; 5 c. crab meat chunks; 6 hard-cooked eggs, sliced; 1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained; 1 sweet red onion, sliced and separated into rings; 1 c. chopped celery; 1 (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed; 1 pt. mayonnaise; 1/4 c. Durkee famous sauce; salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 c. roasted slivered almonds

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Crab Salad is a must-try. Made with crab meat, eggs, water chestnuts and sweet red onion. Easy step-by-step instr…

This Crab Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as crab meat chunks, hard-cooked eggs, sliced, chopped celery and (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 628 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

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