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Healthy Recipes using Dungeness Crab Meat

Dungeness Crab and Avocado Salad

A refreshing salad combining the sweetness of Dungeness crab meat with creamy avocado and crisp vegetables, perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Spicy Dungeness Crab Lettuce Wraps

These lettuce wraps are filled with spicy Dungeness crab meat and fresh vegetables, making for a healthy and fun meal.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1 head of butter lettuce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix the crab meat with sriracha sauce, shredded carrots, bell peppers, and lime juice.
  2. Separate the lettuce leaves and spoon the crab mixture into each leaf.
  3. Garnish with cilantro and serve as a light appetizer or main dish.

Dungeness Crab Quinoa Bowl

A nutritious quinoa bowl topped with Dungeness crab meat, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 6 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, crab meat, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and salt to create the dressing.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa bowl and toss gently before serving.

Dungeness Crab Stuffed Bell Peppers

Colorful bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of Dungeness crab meat, brown rice, and spices, baked to perfection.

Ingredients
  • 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the crab meat, brown rice, onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff each bell pepper half with the crab mixture and place in a baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Dungeness Crab and Sweet Potato Cakes

These healthy crab cakes combine Dungeness crab meat with sweet potatoes for a delicious twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix the crab meat, mashed sweet potatoes, almond flour, egg, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into small patties.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Dungeness Crab Zucchini Noodles

A low-carb dish featuring spiralized zucchini noodles topped with a light garlic and crab sauce, perfect for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add the crab meat and lemon juice, stirring gently to combine.
  3. Toss in the spiralized zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Dungeness Crab Omelette

A protein-packed omelette filled with Dungeness crab meat and fresh herbs, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients
  • 4 eggs
  • 4 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet and pour in the eggs, swirling to coat the pan.
  3. Once the eggs start to set, add the crab meat, chives, and tomatoes. Fold the omelette in half and cook for another minute before serving.

Dungeness Crab Ceviche

A vibrant ceviche made with fresh Dungeness crab meat, lime juice, and colorful vegetables, perfect as an appetizer or light meal.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine the crab meat, red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  2. Mix gently and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or on its own.

Dungeness Crab and Asparagus Stir-Fry

A quick and healthy stir-fry featuring Dungeness crab meat and tender asparagus, tossed in a light soy sauce.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add the asparagus and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Stir in the crab meat and soy sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes before serving.

Dungeness Crab and Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

Savory stuffed mushrooms filled with a mixture of Dungeness crab meat, spinach, and herbs, baked to perfection for a healthy appetizer.

Ingredients
  • 12 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed
  • 8 oz Dungeness crab meat
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the crab meat, spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff each mushroom cap with the crab mixture and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.