CRAB LOUIE SALAD LETTUCE CUPS

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This take on the retro classic is a fun way to start a holiday dinner party. The recipe makes more Louie dressing than you think you might need-but that's a good thing.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Appetizer     Christmas     Salad     Crab     Avocado     Capers     Horseradish     Lettuce     Tomato     New Year's Eve     Christmas Eve

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 scallions, finely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ketchup-based chili sauce
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over, drained
2 heads Boston Bibb or butter lettuce, separated into leaves
2 avocados, cut into 1/2" cubes
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved, quartered if large
4 teaspoons capers, drained
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Whisk scallions, mayonnaise, chili sauce, lemon juice, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Toss crabmeat and 1/2 cup dressing in a medium bowl.
  • Divide lettuce leaves among plates (2-3 leaves on each). Divide crab mixture, avocado, and tomatoes among cups. Drizzle dressing over, then top with capers and parsley. Serve with additional dressing alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

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