Crab louie salad

Nobody knows for sure who Louie was, or where this dish was invented—but we think the version made at the Swan Oyster Depot in San Francisco is as good as it gets.

The king of all salad recipes, this Crab Louie Salad is packed with crisp lettuce, asparagus, cucumber, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, tomatoes, and crab meat and dressed in a flavorful homemade Thousand Island dressing. It's a delicious year-round main course salad - especially when Dungeness crab is in season.

This is a chilled salad invented by a Seattle chef—and I feel like that makes sense. It had to be a chef that had a ton of fresh seafood around that would create a dish like this. Honestly, it’s a bit elaborate, but it’s wonderful because it manages to be both casual and fancy at the same time. The sauce has a tingle of heat and some sweetness, too. It’s almost like a slightly creamy cousin of shrimp cocktail, but with crabmeat.

Once the king of salads, this 20th-century concoction was relegated to the history books. We aimed to restore the monarchy. A tribute to its Northwest origin, we developed this recipe for Crab Louis Salad using good-quality fresh crabmeat (nothing beats the flavor and texture of authentic Dungeness crab). We tossed the crab with our own version of the signature Louis dressing—bright, tangy, and creamy—and spooned it over a bed of buttery Bibb lettuce, sweet grape tomatoes, ripe avocados, and…

This shrimp and crab souie salad (or Louis salad) is an iconic American classic filled with seafood, eggs and topped with a creamy dressing.

This Easy Crab Salad. Is a delightful blend of flavors. And textures. The imitation crabmeat. Provides a mild, sweet seafood taste. That’s perfectly complemented by the crunch of fresh celery. The creamy dressing. Made with ranch and mayonnaise. Is just the right balance of tangy. And smooth. With a hint of sweetness. From the sugar. A sprinkle of fresh parsley. Adds a burst of color. And freshness. It’s a simple, yet elegant dish. That’s perfect for any gathering. Or a quick lunch. Chill it…

Made with mayo, imitation crab, and a few seasonings, this Creamy Crab Salad recipe is quick and easy to prepare.

This Crab Salad recipe is not only easy, it's versatile. It is the perfect base to make crab dip, crab mac salad, crab sandwiches, and more!

Grilled Shrimp Louie Salad is fresh, satisfying and tossed in a creamy louie dressing! It may be prepped in advance for a healthy dinner!

Crab season is here and this jumbo lump Chesapeake Crab Salad is perfect for backyard BBQs, cookouts, dinners, and more!