Asparagus and Crab Salad

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This is a tasty side dish that can be served as a vegetable or a salad. It's perfect for family gatherings.

Submitted by Diane H
Updated on February 14, 2025
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 2 pounds fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

  • 1 pint grape tomatoes

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ½ pound bacon strips, diced

  • 1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked

  • 4 hearts of palm, drained and sliced

  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 430 degrees F (225 degrees C).

  2. Toss the asparagus, tomatoes, and olive oil together in a bowl until the vegetables are evenly coated; season with salt and pepper. Pour into a baking dish; sprinkle 1 minced clove of garlic over the mixture.

  3. Roast in the preheated oven until tender, about 9 minutes. Set aside to cool. Cut the asparagus into 2 inch pieces.

  4. Cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings in the skillet. Add the crabmeat to the hot bacon drippings and cook until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a large mixing bowl; add the asparagus, tomatoes, and hearts of palm.

  5. Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, and 1 minced clove garlic together in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle the bacon over the salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

173 Calories
10g Fat
13g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 173
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 614mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 13mg 15%
Calcium 39mg 3%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 362mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.