Crab Salad in Crisp Wonton Cups Recipe

Name: Crab Salad in Crisp Wonton Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 18 wonton wrappers, thawed (if frozen); 2 teaspoons canola oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon lime zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over; 1 stalk celery, finely diced; 1/2 cup finely diced mango; 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers, thawed (if frozen)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 cup finely diced mango
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 2 mini-muffin tins with cooking spray.
2
Brush the wonton wrappers with oil, and place each wrapper into a section of a mini-muffin tin.
3
Gently press each wrapper into the tin and arrange so that it forms a cup shape.
4
The wrapper will overlap itself and stick up out of the cup.
5
Sprinkle with salt and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until browned and crisp.
6
Remove from the tin and allow wrappers to cool.
7
Meanwhile whisk together the zest, lime juice, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes.
8
Add the oil and whisk until well combined.
9
In a medium bowl, toss together the crabmeat, celery, mango, scallion and cilantro.
10
Add dressing and toss to combine.
11
Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve.
12
Nutritional Analysis (Per Serving)
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Calories: 170
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Total fat: 7g
15
Saturated fat: 1g
16
Monounsaturated fat: 5g
17
Polyunsaturated fat: 1g
18
Cholesterol: 32mg
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Sodium: 448mg
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Carbohydrates: 17g
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Protein: 9g
22
Fiber: 1g

115

kcal

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Protein

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 18 wonton wrappers, thawed (if frozen), 2 teaspoons canola oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Crab Salad in Crisp Wonton Cups 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crab Salad in Crisp Wonton Cups

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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