Deviled Crab Cakes, Remoulade Sauce and Side Salad

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp creole mustard (can substitute with dijon mustard)
• 1 pcs celery (medium stalk, finely chopped)
• 1 pcs green onions (finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tsp worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp hot sauce (such as Tabasco or Crystal)
• 1 pcs garlic (clove, minced)
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, creole mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir in the finely chopped celery, green onions, fresh parsley, and minced garlic. Season with paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, and whisk again until smooth and well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Ingredients

• 1 large head Romaine Lettuce (Washed, dried, and chopped)
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved)
• 1 medium Cucumber (Peeled and sliced)
• 1 medium Carrot (Shredded)
• 0.25 small Red Onion (Thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Croutons (Use your favorite store-bought or homemade)
• 0.5 cup Ranch Dressing (Or more, to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes)

   • Thoroughly wash the romaine lettuce leaves. Dry them completely using a salad spinner or by patting with paper towels. This is crucial for a crisp salad.
   • Chop the dried lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
   • Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and slice the cucumber, shred the carrot, and thinly slice the red onion.
   • Add all prepared vegetables to the bowl with the lettuce.
2. 2

   Combine the Salad Base (2 minutes)

   • Gently toss the chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, and red onion together in the bowl.
   • Ensure all the vegetables are evenly distributed. At this point, you can cover and refrigerate the salad for up to 4 hours if preparing ahead.
3. 3

   Dress and Serve (3 minutes)

   • Just before you are ready to serve, add the croutons to the salad bowl.
   • Drizzle the ranch dressing over the salad.
   • Toss gently until all ingredients are lightly and evenly coated.
   • Serve immediately to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and the crunch of the croutons.