Lime‑Cilantro Imitation Crab Dip
Fresh dip brightened with lime juice, zest, and chopped cilantro for a zesty finish.

Total
10 min
Prep
10 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 8 oz imitation crab meat
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce(optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the imitation crab meat and place it in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Soften the cream cheese (microwave 15 seconds) and add it to the bowl; stir until combined.
- 3
Add lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, hot sauce (if using), and salt; mix thoroughly.
- 4
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to a serving dish and chill for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
180
9% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
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