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Maybe it’s because I was at one with the ocean yesterday during my surf debut, or it’s because I was desperate for some protein in my  3:00pm Mini-Meal. Either way, I found a can of crab meat in our pantry.  It called to me.  With a pinch of this and a pinch of that I made a quick, yummy, healthy protein packed mini-meal.  Not to crabby, I mean shabby.

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Quick Crab Salad:

serves 1 or 2

• 6 oz can Crab Meat, drained
• 4 Tbs Light Sour Cream or non fat Greek Yogurt
• A pinch of the following:
• Black Pepper
• Garlic Salt
• Smoked Paprika This is my favorite recent spice addition.  There  is the “sweet” version (not spicy) or “hot” version.  You can use one or a combination of both.  The addition of this paprika adds so much flavor dimension to your savory recipes.  I found mine at Whole Foods,  you can also visit the link provided above.

A few pinches fresh, chopped Cilantro or Italian Parsley

1. Drain crab meat.  Mix with all of the above ingredients.
2. Garnish with some extra chopped Cilantro or Parsley

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Fresh Variations:

• Eat as is, or…….
• Use as a topping on Ryvita Crispbread or on Suzies Crispy Kamut, Spelt or Rice Cakes
• Toast some Ezekiel bread, add a slice of cheese, a few spoonfuls of crab salad, toss in the toaster oven and make a Crab Melt sandwich.
• Finely chop some Celery and Carrots and toss in.
• Add some Capers for a salty twist.

For a Full Meal:

• Use as a protein packed topping on your favorite Mixed Green Salad!  You can toss your Salad with some Vinaigrette or some Olive Oil, a twist of Lemon and some Cracked Pepper.
• Add in a side of my Orzo with Basil and Zucchini or Grilled Potato Wedges
• Toss with some warm Whole Wheat Pasta, top with grated Parmesan Cheese.  Add a side of steamed Broccoli, or your favorite Veggie.