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WW Light Crab Cakes (Crispy Little Coastal Bites)

Makes: 6 servings (2 small cakes per serving)
WW Points: 2–3 Points per serving (2 cakes)
(final points depend slightly on mayo + panko brand)

WW Point Breakdown (Whole Recipe)

  • Light mayonnaise (¼ cup): 2–3 Points
  • Panko breadcrumbs (¼ cup): 3 Points
  • Egg, crab, seasonings, lemon, herbs: 0 Points

Total recipe: ~6 Points
Per serving: 1–2 Points → rounded to 2–3 Points per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lump crab meat, drained
  • ¼ cup light mayonnaise
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Mix gently: Add everything to a large bowl and fold carefully so the crab stays chunky.
  2. Shape: Form into 12 small cakes (about 2 inches each).
  3. Chill: Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes so they hold together.
  4. Cook: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, spray well, and cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  5. Serve: Great with fat-free Greek yogurt + hot sauce or a light lemony dip.