Jersey Crab Salad with Asparagus and Lemon Vinaigrette

A light and refreshing starter featuring Jersey crab meat and asparagus, dressed with a vibrant lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as a palate cleanser before a richer main course like roasted lamb.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

23 minutes

Calories

265 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£4.29/serving

Season:

🌸 Spring•☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner•Dessert•Salad•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Jersey

Main Ingredient:

Lamb•Seafood

Cooking Style:

Roasting

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

8ozJersey Crab Meat(Freshly cooked and picked, lump or claw meat)

£12.00

1lbAsparagus(Trimmed and tough ends removed)

£3.50

1wholeLemon(For juice and zest)

£0.60

3tablespoonsExtra Virgin Olive Oil(Good quality)

£0.25

1teaspoonDijon Mustard(Adds a touch of tang)

£0.10

2tablespoonsFresh Parsley(Chopped)

£0.30

1tablespoonChives(Finely chopped)

£0.40

to tasteSea Salt

to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

Total Cost

£17.15

£4.29 per serving

Instructions

1.
Prepare the asparagus: Steam or blanch the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking and retain its vibrant green color. Drain well and set aside.
2.
Make the lemon vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
3.
Assemble the salad: In a medium bowl, gently combine the cooked asparagus, crab meat, parsley, and chives.
4.
Dress the salad: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the crab and asparagus mixture. Gently toss to coat, being careful not to break up the crab meat.
5.
Serve immediately: Divide the salad among four plates and serve chilled.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

265 kcal / 1109 kJ

Carbs

2% of RDA

Fat

19g

27% of RDA

Protein

21g

42% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

2 g

2% of RDA

Sodium

350 mg

15% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and freshly cracked black pepper.

If you can't find Jersey crab meat, substitute with any high-quality crab meat.

Don't overcook the asparagus, as it will become mushy. It should be bright green and slightly firm to the bite.

The salad can be prepared ahead of time, but add the vinaigrette just before serving to prevent the asparagus from becoming soggy.

Cooking Equipment

Steamer or Pot for Boiling

Mixing Bowl

Wine Pairings

No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.

Complete the Meal

Main Course

Jersey Royal & Mint Lamb with Cider Reduction

A lean and flavourful lamb dish featuring Jersey Royals, fresh mint, and a tangy cider reduction. High in protein and low in fat, showcasing the best of Jersey's produce.

1 hour 5 minutes

4 servings

Medium

"Pairs perfectly with this starter"

Dessert

Jersey Black Butter & Apple Crumble with Oat Topping

A comforting apple crumble elevated with Jersey Black Butter, creating a delicious dessert that perfectly complements a savory lamb dish.

45 minutes