Imitation crab is a popular seafood ingredient that is often used in various dishes, such as sushi, salads, sandwiches, and casseroles. Here are a few healthy imitation crab recipes:
- Imitation Crab Salad: In a bowl, mix chopped imitation crab meat with diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and avocado. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Serve chilled.
- Imitation Crab Lettuce Wraps: Combine imitation crab meat with diced celery, red bell pepper, and scallions. Add a dollop of low-fat mayonnaise and a squeeze of lemon juice, and mix well. Spoon the mixture onto large lettuce leaves, wrap them up, and serve.
- Imitation Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: Remove the stems from large mushrooms and stuff them with a mixture of imitation crab meat, bread crumbs, chopped spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese. Bake in the oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden brown.
- Imitation Crab and Vegetable Stir-Fry: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add sliced carrots, bell peppers, and snow peas, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. Add diced imitation crab meat and continue to stir-fry for another minute. Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a pinch of sugar, and serve over steamed rice.
- Imitation Crab and Avocado Sushi Rolls: Spread cooked sushi rice onto a sheet of nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top. Add sliced avocado, imitation crab meat, and cucumber sticks on top of the rice. Roll up tightly, using the border of rice to seal the roll. Slice into bite-sized pieces and serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
Low Calorie Imitation Crab Salad
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