Enjoying seafood is a great way to spend a warm summer evening, and we’ve found the perfect side dishes to serve with crab legs! These ideas make it super easy to host an amazing seafood dinner party at home without spending a lot of time or money!
While prices will vary, typically it’s around $35 to $60 to order crab legs at a restaurant, and even more if you want king crab or a full seafood tower. So why not enjoy fresh seafood at home for a fraction of the cost!
Where can you buy crab legs?
We like to get our crab legs at Costco or Sam’s Club because it’s a cheaper without sacrificing on quality. You can also always go to a local shop or a grocery store like Publix or Whole Foods for seafood options! Typically, it costs about half to buy fresh crab legs at a store versus a restaurant. The price usually ranges between $15-25 per pound depending the variety of crab you buy.
How much crab meat do you get from crab legs?
Usually, crab legs are about 50% meat and 50% shell. So if you were to buy a pound and a half of crab legs (24 ounces) for two people, you’d end up with about 10-12 ounces of crab a piece.
Luckily, there are a variety of great sides and appetizers that pair perfectly with crab! So you can make your fresh seafood entree go further without breaking the budget! We know you’ll love these recipes that are perfect to serve with crab legs!
We've found 11 delicious and simple recipes to serve with crag legs or crab meat! Rice pilaf is a popular side for any seafood dish, and since this simple rice pilaf recipe from Served from Scratch can be made in one pot, it’s the perfect simple side for your crab legs. Spice up your crab dinner with the help of this Mexican street corn recipe from Elise Tries to Cook, which features tangy chili lime salt and creamy cotija cheese. You’ll love how easy these roasted mini potatoes from The Aussie Home Cook are to make! And the combination of fresh herbs and garlic are the perfect complement to seafood. Use your Instant Pot to make the potatoes for this simple potato salad recipe from Chef Savvy to create a delicious summer dinner in a matter of minutes. Hush puppies are a must when you’re enjoying seafood! Instead of frying plain hush puppies to serve with your crab legs, try spicing up your dinner tonight with the help of this flavorful recipe for jalapeño hush puppies from Went Here 8 This. Featuring fresh broccoli, bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, and a tangy homemade dressing, this quick and easy broccoli salad from Amanda’s Cookin’ is a great choice for a seafood dinner tonight. The combination of garlic and butter in this easy recipe for sautéed mushrooms from Wholesome Yum will help you add a ton of flavor to your dinner without much effort. Baked potatoes are a classic side dish option for any meal! And when you use your pressure cooker to make them with this recipe for Instant Pot baked potatoes from Nourish Plate, you’ll have a soft and creamy potato to enjoy with your dinner in no time. If you’re looking for a fresh and easy side to go with your crab legs, you’ll love this recipe for cucumber tomato salad from Deliciously Sprinkled, which features fresh summer vegetables and crumbled feta cheese. With a creamy cheddar cheese sauce and delicious caramelized onions, this easy recipe for cheesy scalloped potatoes from The Cozy Cook is a great side dish option for crab legs. If you’re wondering what to serve with crab legs, you’re going to need some delicious appetizers to go with your seafood dinner! Filled with creamy cheese, lump crab meat, and fresh veggies, these stuffed mushrooms from 24 Bite would be a great way to start off your seafood dinner. Finding an all-in-one side dish for your dinner is a great way to save some time as you’re cooking. This easy zucchini potato bake from ifoodreal is a healthy and hearty side dish packed with veggies, including zucchini, cauliflower, and potatoes, and topped with a creamy Greek yogurt sauce. Create your own Red Lobster dinner at home tonight with the help of this recipe for cheddar drop biscuits from Sugar and Soul. Featuring the classic combination of cheddar and garlic, these simple biscuits are a perfect match for the recipe found in the popular seafood restaurant’s bread baskets. This fresh, no-bake recipe is a great option for a crab dinner during the summer months. Simply chop your veggies, whip up a homemade dressing, and enjoy this creamy coleslaw recipe from Eating on a Dime. With fresh lemon juice and sautéed garlic, these flavorful lemon garlic string beans from Fannetastic Food will pair perfectly with seafood. And since you can whip up the recipe in just a few minutes, they make a great quick and easy side dish for dinner. Turn your crab legs into a surf and turf dinner with the help of this oven roasted tri tip recipe from Stuff Matty Cooks. This simple steak recipe is a great way to create a delicious dinner to go along with your seafood. Create a quick and easy starter for your seafood dinner with the help of this air fryer garlic bread recipe from Summer Yule. Using French bread, two types of garlic, and parmesan cheese, this quick bread recipe is perfect for pairing with crab. You'll love these cauliflower baked mac and cheese to go along with your crab legs! If you're still wondering what to serve with crab legs, we also love this creamy pasta primavera! It's perfect for the Spring and Summer months when you can find super fresh produce too!What sides to serve with crab legs?
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