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Wondering what to eat with crab legs for dinner? I’ve got you covered with this handy guide of 20+ EASY side dish recipes!

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These simple side dishes served with your crab dinner will guarantee an amazing, meal! Perfect for quick, weeknight cooking.

Be sure to check out these 10+ Dipping Sauces for Crab Legs too!

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How to Make Ahead and Store

Many of these crab side dish recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead. 

Sauces for Crab Legs

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  • More → 10+ Dipping Sauces for Crab Legs

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Did you Make Any of These Sides with Crab Legs?

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What to Serve with Crab Legs: 20+ Side Dishes

Wondering what to serve with crab legs for dinner? I've got you covered with this handy guide of 20+ EASY side dish recipes! Try this Red Cabbage Slaw. A super simple side dish recipe made without mayo. It’s tangy, delicious and crunchy. 
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Serves 12 people
Created by Platings and Pairings
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 0 minutes mins
Total Time: 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • ½ head red cabbage (shredded)
  • ½ head green cabbage (shredded)
  • 1 carrot (grated)
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • Add cabbage and carrot to a large bowl.
  • Whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil and salt. Pour over cabbage mixture.
  • Toss well to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper, to taste.

Notes

In place of the cabbage and carrot, you can use a 16-ounce package of shredded cabbage mix. 

Nutrition

Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 214mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1276IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg
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