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Paleo Crab Louie salad

A fresh and vibrant Paleo Crab Louie salad featuring crisp greens, succulent crab meat, and a zesty homemade Louie dressing for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fresh crab meat
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (Romaine, butter lettuce, and iceberg)
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • For the Louie dressing:
    • 1/2 cup paleo-friendly mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons ketchup (sugar-free)
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free)
    • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, ketchup, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make the Louie dressing. Chill until ready to serve.
  2. Rinse and dry the mixed salad greens and arrange them on a large serving plate or bowl.
  3. Distribute the crab meat evenly over the bed of greens.
  4. Arrange slices of avocado, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and quartered hard-boiled eggs around the crab.
  5. Sprinkle capers and green onions on top for added flavor.
  6. Drizzle the Louie dressing over the salad just before serving or serve on the side.
  7. Gently toss if desired and enjoy immediately for best freshness.

Notes

For an extra touch of freshness, garnish with fresh dill or serve with lemon wedges on the side.