Crab Salad and Buttermilk Caesar Dressing Recipe

Name: Crab Salad and Buttermilk Caesar Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 garlic cloves; 5 anchovy fillets, drained, chopped; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup buttermilk; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 cups 1-inch cubes crustless day-old sourdough bread; 1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, picked over; ¼ cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce (about 10 ounces); 3 cups mixed baby greens; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

7 garlic cloves
5 anchovy fillets, drained, chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cups 1-inch cubes crustless day-old sourdough bread
1 pound fresh lump crabmeat, picked over
¼ cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce (about 10 ounces)
3 cups mixed baby greens
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Finely chop 3 garlic cloves and anchovies in processor.
2
Add mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice and Worcestershire and blend until smooth.
3
Season dressing to taste with pepper.
4
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat.
5
Flatten 4 garlic cloves with flat side of knife blade.
6
Add to oil; cook until brown, about 5 minutes.
7
Using slotted spoon, discard garlic.
8
Add bread cubes to oil; cook until crisp and golden, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes.
9
Transfer to paper towels; drain.
10
Toss crab and 1/4 cup dressing in medium bowl.
11
Combine romaine, mixed greens, cheese and bread cubes in large bowl.
12
Toss with enough dressing to taste.
13
Season generously with pepper.
14
Divide salad among plates.
15
Top with crab.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 garlic cloves, 5 anchovy fillets, drained, chopped, 3/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup buttermilk, and more.

Yes, Crab Salad and Buttermilk Caesar 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 Salad and Buttermilk Caesar Dressing

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