Jersey Crab & Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A light and refreshing starter salad featuring the delicate flavors of Jersey crab and asparagus, dressed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as an appetizer or light lunch.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

335 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

1 item

Cost

£5.89/serving

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dessert•Salad•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Jersey

Main Ingredient:

Seafood

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

8ozJersey Crab Meat(Fresh or canned, drained well)

£18.00

1lbAsparagus(Trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)

£3.50

2tablespoonsFresh Chives(Finely chopped)

£0.75

2tablespoonsFresh Parsley(Finely chopped)

£0.50

3tablespoonsLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.30

4tablespoonsExtra Virgin Olive Oil

£0.40

1teaspoonDijon Mustard

£0.10

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)

Total Cost

£23.55

£5.89 per serving

Instructions

1.
Steam or boil the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve the color. Drain well.
2.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
3.
In a medium bowl, gently combine the crab meat, asparagus, chives, and parsley.
4.
Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the crab and asparagus mixture. Gently toss to coat.
5.
Divide the salad among four plates and serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

335 kcal / 1402 kJ

Carbs

2% of RDA

Fat

24g

34% of RDA

Protein

24g

48% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

2 g

2% of RDA

Sodium

640 mg

28% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Don't overcook the asparagus; it should still have a slight crunch.

Be gentle when mixing the salad to avoid breaking up the crab meat.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise to the vinaigrette.

This salad can be prepared ahead of time. Store the salad and vinaigrette separately and combine just before serving.

Cooking Equipment

Steamer or pot for boiling

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

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A simple and flavorful lunch featuring tender Jersey Royal potatoes, perfectly grilled and tossed in a bright lemon-herb dressing.

45 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"Pairs perfectly with this starter"

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A comforting apple crumble infused with the flavors of Jersey Black Butter, served with creamy clotted cream. Perfect after a savory meal.

45 minutes

4 servings

Easy

"The Black Butter apple crumble provides a touch of sweetness and warmth, balancing the savory and tangy notes of the main course. Black Butter is a traditional Jersey preserve made with apples, cider, and spices, grounding the dessert in the region's culinary heritage. The creamy clotted cream adds richness without being overly heavy, maintaining the light and fresh feel of the meal."

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Chef's Tips

Don't overcook the asparagus; it should still have a slight crunch.

Be gentle when mixing the salad to avoid breaking up the crab meat.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise to the vinaigrette.

This salad can be prepared ahead of time. Store the salad and vinaigrette separately and combine just before serving.

Jersey Crab & Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Ingredients

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