How to Make Watermelon Crab Cups

Watermelon and crab may sound like a strange combination, but the juicy sweetness of the watermelon is a perfect complement to the rich and savory crab filling. Watermelon crab cups delicious, and their lovely appearance makes them a perfect choice for a summer midmorning brunch.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Halved seedless watermelon
• 4 oz. mayonnaise
• 4 oz. celery, chopped
• 4 oz. sweet pickle relish
• 1 tsp. fresh dill, minced
• Salt (optional)
• 4 oz. green onions, chopped
• 2 eggs, boiled and chopped
• 16 oz. cooked crab meat

1. Remove large chunks from the watermelon and cut them into cylindrical shapes approximately 3 inches high and 2 inches wide. Carefully scoop out the center of the watermelon cylinders to form your cups. The scooped-out watermelon can be refrigerated and used for snacking.

2. Put the watermelon cups on a layer of paper towels while you prepare the crab filling.

3. Place the mayonnaise in a mixing bowl and add the chopped celery, sweet pickle relish, dill, optional salt, chopped green onions and eggs.

4. Fold the crab meat into the mixture and stir to mix thoroughly.

5. Fill each watermelon cup with the crab meat mixture, place them on individual serving plates, garnish them with a sprig of dill and serve them immediately.

Tips & Warnings

• Your watermelon cups can be prepared in advance and chilled. Just put them on a large plate or tray and cover them loosely with plastic wrap before placing them in the refrigerator.

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