Crab & Mango Lettuce Cups (Printable Version)

Vibrant lettuce cups filled with sweet mango and tender crab meat, dressed with refreshing citrus and sesame.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crab & Mango Filling

01 - 8 oz (225 g) lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
02 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
03 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
04 - 1/4 cup cucumber, finely diced
05 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint (optional)

→ Dressing

08 - 2 tbsp lime juice
09 - 1 tbsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tsp sesame oil
11 - 1 tsp honey
12 - 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ To Serve

14 - 8 large butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce leaves, washed and patted dry
15 - Crushed peanuts or cashews (optional)
16 - Extra lime wedges

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a mixing bowl, gently combine crab meat, mango, bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, mayonnaise (or yogurt), sesame oil, honey, ginger, salt, and pepper.
03 - Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
04 - Spoon the mixture into individual lettuce leaves to form cups.
05 - Top with crushed peanuts or cashews if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes with zero cooking time
  • Perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors
  • Light and nutritious without sacrificing satisfaction
  • Naturally gluten free and low carb friendly
02 -
  • Can be prepared up to 4 hours ahead if components stored separately
  • Contains less than 200 calories per serving while feeling indulgent
  • Perfect for entertaining as guests can eat them without utensils
  • Makes an impressive presentation with minimal effort
03 -
  • Look for refrigerated pasteurized crab meat in the seafood section for convenience without sacrificing quality
  • Slightly underripe mango will hold its shape better in the filling while still providing sweetness
  • Chill your serving platter beforehand to keep everything crisp and fresh longer during service

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