Jump to Recipe If you’re craving crab but are wondering what to serve with crab legs, look no further! Here are 15 of my favorite sauces and side dishes to present alongside your delicious crab legs!
19 sides and sauces that will elevate your crab leg dinner! There’s something special about gathering around a big pot of crab legs with friends and family. Having to crack your own crab legs really forces you to slow down while you eat and enjoy your company and food. I love crab because it can be gourmet or casual, and in either scenario, it is equally delicious. Whether you are planning on serving up a special dinner or preparing for a crab boil, choosing the right sides and sauces is key!
Jump to:1. Drawn Butter 2. Bloves Seafood Sauce 3. Pan Seared NY Steak 4. Cheddar Bay Biscuits 5. Milk Boiled Corn On The Cob 6. Parmesan Roasted Artichokes 7. Baked Zucchini Fries 8. Garlic Bread 9. Coconut Fried Shrimp 10. Jalapeno Corn Bread 11. Lemon Asparagus Orzo 12. Pesto Pasta 13. Broiled Ribeye 14. Garlic Butter Mushrooms 15. Zucchini Squash Casserole 16. Calamari 17. Spanish Mussels 18. Cheese Rolls 19. Steak Rolls 🦀 A Few Of My Delicious Crab Recipes! 📋 Recipe
Below you will find 19 different sides and sauces that will suit crab legs however you choose to serve them!
- Drawn Butter I am a firm believer that you can’t have crab without melted butter! The fantastic thing about this flavorful drawn butter is that the crab needs no further seasoning, no fancy sides, just dunk the crab meat and eat it as is! Dill and a little white wine really give the butter a bright, fresh flavor.
Drawn Butter
This drawn butter dipping sauce for seafood is an incredibly flavorful sauce that combines rich melted butter with white wine, onion, garlic, lemon, and dill! My tasty additions take an easy, buttery seafood sauce to out of this world while still keeping the process really quick for serving any day of the week!
Check out this recipe
- Bloves Seafood Sauce Bloveslife is a YouTube sensation and this sauce put her on the map! Her seafood sauce is savory and full of delicious spices. There are a lot of ingredients, but they are probably already in your kitchen and it’s definitely worth gathering them all up. This is a great option if you want to present something more unique than drawn butter.
Bloves Sauce Recipe
Bloves Sauce is rich and flavorful, the seafood sauce recipe created by YouTube sensation BlovesLife that features a hearty helping of spices! It’s a delightful dipping sauce for shrimp, seafood boils, and much more!!
Check out this recipe
- Pan Seared NY Steak Serve up an epic surf & turf dinner by pairing your crab legs with a perfectly pan-seared New York strip steak! Talk about a comforting and lavish meal! In just 15 minutes you can have these New York strips on the table with a perfect golden-brown sear. Serve it up with any of your favorite steakhouse sides like a baked potato or green beans!
Pan Seared New York Strip Steak
This incredibly tasty and perfectly Pan Seared New York Strip Steak is easier than you may think to make! It’s a super simple method that results in ( better than ) steakhouse restaurant quality steaks every time! My perfect medium rare NY strip steaks are on the table in just 15 minutes for a fabulous date night or special occasion meal!
Check out this recipe
- Cheddar Bay Biscuits Red Lobster was onto something with their cheddar bay biscuits. These cheesy, fluffy biscuits are delicious on their own, but they pair wonderfully with seafood! Best of all, you can make these tasty biscuits from the comfort of your own kitchen!
Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits Copycat
Quick and easy Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits at home!
Check out this recipe
- Milk Boiled Corn On The Cob There’s a reason you always see corn on the cob at every crab boil. The crisp, fresh crunch of corn is nice and refreshing when paired with buttery, savory crab. Another bonus is you can often use the crab seasoning on the corn as well! Try this method of boiling corn cobs in butter and milk- you’ll never make them another way again.
Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob
I love serving up my tasty milk butter boiled corn on the cob for any family meal but especially with something hot of the grill! It’s just as easy as boiling or steaming corn on the cob, but this version is so superbly sweet and soft that you will make it your new ‘go-to’ method of cooking your corn!
Check out this recipe
- Parmesan Roasted Artichokes I can’t believe how many people I have met that have never tried artichokes! At least not in their whole form. These artichokes are topped with panko and Parmesan cheese and are guaranteed to be a great first impression for anyone who has never tried them. A little lemon squeezed on top gives them just the right hint of citrus that pairs perfectly as an appetizer or side to crab legs.
Parmesan Roasted Artichokes With Pesto Dipping Sauce Recipe
This is not the way Mom made them when we were growing up…but it may quickly become your new favorite artichoke dish!
Check out this recipe
- Baked Zucchini Fries Zucchini fries are crispy and baked to perfection. Serve them with a delicious dipping sauce like this pesto sauce (or ranch) and you have a comforting side that is less filling than potatoes. The crunch from these fries is great in comparison to tender, flaky crab meat. Plus, it’s a good way to work in veggies that don’t taste like veggies.
Baked Zucchini Fries
My baked zucchini fries are rolled in seasoned bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese and then baked to delightfully tasty perfection! Soft and crispy, this is a winning combination with the tender zucchini inside the crunchy coating. Pair these with a pesto dipping sauce or ranch dressing for a fantastic flavor combination!
Check out this recipe
- Garlic Bread When in doubt, serve up a side of garlic bread! It goes with everything, and you will be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t like it. If you have an air fryer, you can have delicious buttery garlic bread on your table in just 10 minutes!
Air Fryer Garlic Bread
This easy air fryer garlic bread is perfectly crispy, crazy delicious, and done in no time at all! It’s as easy as mixing your garlic butter spread and popping the slices into your air fryer - and voila! You have the best garlic bread ever!
Check out this recipe
- Coconut Fried Shrimp Serve up seafood spread by making some coconut-fried shrimp! This is a personal favorite of mine, and the crunchy coconut coating is a great contrast to buttery crab while keeping with the seafood theme. It makes an awesome appetizer or serve it up with the main course!
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
These fantastically flavorful Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are super crunchy thanks to a coconut and Panko breading! They’re incredibly delicious and an amazing appetizer to have when entertaining or just whenever the craving for a crispy shrimp snack hits you!
Check out this recipe
- Jalapeno Corn Bread If you want a little spice, jalapeno cornbread is a great option. It’s not overly hot while being fluffy and full of flavor. If you like your crab with Cajun seasoning, this jalapeno cornbread will pair perfectly. It’s extremely easy to make, and you can have it on the table in just 30 minutes.
Jiffy Jalapeno Cornbread
This easy Jiffy jalapeno cornbread is a tasty Mexican-inspired cornbread combining the convenience of Jiffy corn muffin mix with jalapenos and more! Mix everything up in one bowl and transfer it into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet for perfect cornbread in no time at all!
Check out this recipe
- Lemon Asparagus Orzo Crab pairs wonderfully with lemon, and this lemon asparagus orzo is no exception. The tangy lemon garlic sauce goes wonderfully with the asparagus, orzo pasta, and most importantly, crab! This is a great all-inclusive side dish because it has veggies and carbs, so if you plan on serving it as the only side that’s just fine!
Lemon Asparagus Orzo
This delicious Lemon Asparagus Orzo combines tender pieces of lightly cooked asparagus with fine orzo pasta in a tangy lemon garlic sauce! Every bite is a refreshingly light flavor combination that pairs especially well with chicken or seafood dinners!
Check out this recipe
- Pesto Pasta Make your own pesto sauce and offer it up over some cooked pasta. Pesto may not be your first thought when deciding what to serve with crab legs, but it pairs surprisingly well! The bright and herby flavor of pesto is fresh and light- perfect for crab. It’s rather easy to make at home, too!
Basil Pesto Sauce {Pesto alla Genovese}
The classic Basil Pesto Sauce combines fresh, young Genovese basil leaves with pine nuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese and a touch of salt for an out of this world flavor! Pesto is an easy to make base for so many wonderful pasta meals, dips, dressings and much more! This traditional old world Italian sauce blends with cooked pasta for a quick 10 minute dinner any night of the week!
Check out this recipe
- Broiled Ribeye This method of broiling a ribeye is not only easy, but it produces perfectly cooked steaks. It is another great opportunity for a surf & turf dinner! The broiler in your oven will give you a perfect golden-brown sear with minimal effort!
Broiled Ribeye Steak
You’ll be amazed how easy it is to achieve steakhouse-worthy flavor in a matter of minutes with this super simple broiled ribeye steak recipe! This method guarantees a tender, juicy ribeye that is melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Check out this recipe
- Garlic Butter Mushrooms If you love mushrooms, these garlic butter mushrooms are the way to go. It’s an easy veggie side dish that is surprisingly filling. Garlic butter goes wonderfully with crab, and the earthy flavor of the mushrooms helps tone down any citrus or spice that you may have seasoned your crab with.
Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Tender, savory garlic butter mushrooms are so decadently flavorful and are one of the easiest side dishes or appetizers you can make! Just 10 minutes is all you need to saute this amazing dish to perfection!
Check out this recipe
- Zucchini Squash Casserole For a hearty and comforting side, bake a zucchini squash casserole! It’s creamy and cheesy, a perfect contrast to crab. If you’re tired of eating yellow squash or zucchini, this will have you seeing them in a new light. It’s extremely easy to make, and though it takes about an hour from start to finish, you will find it is well worth it.
Zucchini Squash Casserole
This easy-to-make zucchini squash casserole is a flavorful combination of tender, tasty summer squash and creamy, cheesy sauce! Top it all off with crunchy Panko breadcrumbs for an incredible veggie side dish everyone loves!
Check out this recipe
- Calamari I would venture to say fried calamari is the most popular seafood appetizer. Crispy breading surrounding tender squid is perfect for dipping and even some seafood-haters will admit it’s good. Calamari goes well with several sauces. A ramekin of marinara, ranch, or even just a squeeze of lemon, is all it takes to make this a great appetizer for any seafood dish.
Calamari
Quick, crispy deep fried calamari is the perfect appetizer to enjoy with any dinner but especially alongside some more wonderful seafood! The squid is made extra tender with a soak in rich buttermilk before being fried to perfection!
Check out this recipe
- Spanish Mussels If you aren’t looking for something fried, these sweet and tender mussels in a perfectly seasoned wine sauce are a fantastic alternative. A dish of Spanish mussels looks elegant and appetizing on the dinner table, and they are a great choice if you are having a formal sit-down dinner. Mussels are an elevated appetizer that goes with any kind of seafood.
Spanish Mussels
Easy to make, intensely flavorful Spanish Mussels are a must-make dish that combines sweet, tender mussels and infuse them with rich Spanish flavors! You’ll adore just love how delicious these mussels are with flavorful smoked paprika, saffron, garlic, and wine!
Check out this recipe
- Cheese Rolls Cheese rolls are exactly what they sound like, and they go with absolutely anything. They are easy to make, and you will have some downtime as the bread rises that you can spend preparing your crab legs.
Cheese Rolls
These easy, tasty cheese rolls take the usual dinner rolls to a whole new level of amazingly flavorful deliciousness! They pair with practically anything to round out your family meals with a wonderful side of bread that the whole family will rave about!
Check out this recipe
- Steak Rolls Steak rolls are visually pleasing and delicious! Thin, tender steak is soaked in a teriyaki marinade then rolled up around an assortment of different sliced veggies. When served with crab it is a fun little twist on surf & turf!
Top Sirloin Teriyaki Steak Rolls Recipe
Delicious finger food loaded with veggies surrounded by yummy steak!
Check out this recipe
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What To Serve With Crab Legs: Garlic Bread (+More Great Sides!)
If you’re craving crab but are wondering what to serve with crab legs, look no further! Here are 15 of my favorite sauces and side dishes to present alongside your delicious crab legs!
Author | Angela
Servings: 8 slices Calories: 194kcal Prep 5 minutes Cooking 5 minutes Total Time 10 minutes
Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 1 baguette (or French bread loaf, see notes)▢ 8 tablespoon butter (softened, unsalted)▢ 3 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning▢ ½ teaspoon minced garlic (finely minced)▢ ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepper
InstructionsPreheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C).Cut your baguette in half then again lengthwise or small enough slices to fit into the air fryer.1 baguetteIn a small bowl add the butter, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix together well.8 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepperSpread over the baguette, place the bread into the air fryer and cook at 360°F (182°C) for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Add a minute or two for extra crispy garlic bread.Remove from air fryer, serve and enjoy! Equipment You May NeedAir Fryer (convection style)Air Fryer (basket style)Cutting Board Notes You can substitute the baguette for a bakery style french bread. Just double or even triple the garlic bread spread! (obviously based on the size of your bread) Be sure to finely mince your garlic. Use softened butter for easy mixing. Preheat your air fryer. Cooking times may vary. If using salted butter omit the added salt to the recipe.
NutritionCalories: 194kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 16g (5%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 13g (20%) | Saturated Fat: 8g (50%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 32mg (11%) | Sodium: 466mg (20%) | Potassium: 44mg (1%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 370IU (7%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 53mg (5%) | Iron: 1mg (6%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! air fryer garlic bread, easy side dishes, garlic toast Course Air Fryer, Appetizers, Side DishCuisine AmericanAngela @ BakeItWithLove.comAngela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma’s kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love! bakeitwithlove.com/about/
If you’re craving crab but are wondering what to serve with crab legs, look no further! Here are 15 of my favorite sauces and side dishes to present alongside your delicious crab legs!
19 sides and sauces that will elevate your crab leg dinner!
There’s something special about gathering around a big pot of crab legs with friends and family. Having to crack your own crab legs really forces you to slow down while you eat and enjoy your company and food.
I love crab because it can be gourmet or casual, and in either scenario, it is equally delicious. Whether you are planning on serving up a special dinner or preparing for a crab boil, choosing the right sides and sauces is key!
Below you will find 19 different sides and sauces that will suit crab legs however you choose to serve them!
1. Drawn Butter
I am a firm believer that you can’t have crab without melted butter! The fantastic thing about this flavorful drawn butter is that the crab needs no further seasoning, no fancy sides, just dunk the crab meat and eat it as is!
Dill and a little white wine really give the butter a bright, fresh flavor.
Drawn Butter
This drawn butter dipping sauce for seafood is an incredibly flavorful sauce that combines rich melted butter with white wine, onion, garlic, lemon, and dill! My tasty additions take an easy, buttery seafood sauce to out of this world while still keeping the process really quick for serving any day of the week!
Check out this recipe
2. Bloves Seafood Sauce
Bloveslife is a YouTube sensation and this sauce put her on the map! Her seafood sauce is savory and full of delicious spices.
This drawn butter dipping sauce for seafood is an incredibly flavorful sauce that combines rich melted butter with white wine, onion, garlic, lemon, and dill! My tasty additions take an easy, buttery seafood sauce to out of this world while still keeping the process really quick for serving any day of the week!
There are a lot of ingredients, but they are probably already in your kitchen and it’s definitely worth gathering them all up. This is a great option if you want to present something more unique than drawn butter.
Bloves Sauce Recipe
Bloves Sauce is rich and flavorful, the seafood sauce recipe created by YouTube sensation BlovesLife that features a hearty helping of spices! It’s a delightful dipping sauce for shrimp, seafood boils, and much more!!
Check out this recipe
3. Pan Seared NY Steak
Serve up an epic surf & turf dinner by pairing your crab legs with a perfectly pan-seared New York strip steak! Talk about a comforting and lavish meal!
Bloves Sauce is rich and flavorful, the seafood sauce recipe created by YouTube sensation BlovesLife that features a hearty helping of spices! It’s a delightful dipping sauce for shrimp, seafood boils, and much more!!
In just 15 minutes you can have these New York strips on the table with a perfect golden-brown sear. Serve it up with any of your favorite steakhouse sides like a baked potato or green beans!
Pan Seared New York Strip Steak
This incredibly tasty and perfectly Pan Seared New York Strip Steak is easier than you may think to make! It’s a super simple method that results in ( better than ) steakhouse restaurant quality steaks every time! My perfect medium rare NY strip steaks are on the table in just 15 minutes for a fabulous date night or special occasion meal!
Check out this recipe
4. Cheddar Bay Biscuits
Red Lobster was onto something with their cheddar bay biscuits. These cheesy, fluffy biscuits are delicious on their own, but they pair wonderfully with seafood!
This incredibly tasty and perfectly Pan Seared New York Strip Steak is easier than you may think to make! It’s a super simple method that results in ( better than ) steakhouse restaurant quality steaks every time! My perfect medium rare NY strip steaks are on the table in just 15 minutes for a fabulous date night or special occasion meal!
Best of all, you can make these tasty biscuits from the comfort of your own kitchen!
Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits Copycat
Quick and easy Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits at home!
Check out this recipe
5. Milk Boiled Corn On The Cob
There’s a reason you always see corn on the cob at every crab boil. The crisp, fresh crunch of corn is nice and refreshing when paired with buttery, savory crab.
Quick and easy Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits at home!
Another bonus is you can often use the crab seasoning on the corn as well! Try this method of boiling corn cobs in butter and milk- you’ll never make them another way again.
Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob
I love serving up my tasty milk butter boiled corn on the cob for any family meal but especially with something hot of the grill! It’s just as easy as boiling or steaming corn on the cob, but this version is so superbly sweet and soft that you will make it your new ‘go-to’ method of cooking your corn!
Check out this recipe
6. Parmesan Roasted Artichokes
I can’t believe how many people I have met that have never tried artichokes! At least not in their whole form.
I love serving up my tasty milk butter boiled corn on the cob for any family meal but especially with something hot of the grill! It’s just as easy as boiling or steaming corn on the cob, but this version is so superbly sweet and soft that you will make it your new ‘go-to’ method of cooking your corn!
These artichokes are topped with panko and Parmesan cheese and are guaranteed to be a great first impression for anyone who has never tried them.
A little lemon squeezed on top gives them just the right hint of citrus that pairs perfectly as an appetizer or side to crab legs.
Parmesan Roasted Artichokes With Pesto Dipping Sauce Recipe
This is not the way Mom made them when we were growing up…but it may quickly become your new favorite artichoke dish!
Check out this recipe
7. Baked Zucchini Fries
Zucchini fries are crispy and baked to perfection. Serve them with a delicious dipping sauce like this pesto sauce (or ranch) and you have a comforting side that is less filling than potatoes.
This is not the way Mom made them when we were growing up…but it may quickly become your new favorite artichoke dish!
The crunch from these fries is great in comparison to tender, flaky crab meat. Plus, it’s a good way to work in veggies that don’t taste like veggies.
Baked Zucchini Fries
My baked zucchini fries are rolled in seasoned bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese and then baked to delightfully tasty perfection! Soft and crispy, this is a winning combination with the tender zucchini inside the crunchy coating. Pair these with a pesto dipping sauce or ranch dressing for a fantastic flavor combination!
Check out this recipe
8. Garlic Bread
When in doubt, serve up a side of garlic bread! It goes with everything, and you will be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t like it.
My baked zucchini fries are rolled in seasoned bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese and then baked to delightfully tasty perfection! Soft and crispy, this is a winning combination with the tender zucchini inside the crunchy coating. Pair these with a pesto dipping sauce or ranch dressing for a fantastic flavor combination!
If you have an air fryer, you can have delicious buttery garlic bread on your table in just 10 minutes!
Air Fryer Garlic Bread
This easy air fryer garlic bread is perfectly crispy, crazy delicious, and done in no time at all! It’s as easy as mixing your garlic butter spread and popping the slices into your air fryer - and voila! You have the best garlic bread ever!
Check out this recipe
9. Coconut Fried Shrimp
Serve up seafood spread by making some coconut-fried shrimp! This is a personal favorite of mine, and the crunchy coconut coating is a great contrast to buttery crab while keeping with the seafood theme.
This easy air fryer garlic bread is perfectly crispy, crazy delicious, and done in no time at all! It’s as easy as mixing your garlic butter spread and popping the slices into your air fryer - and voila! You have the best garlic bread ever!
It makes an awesome appetizer or serve it up with the main course!
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
These fantastically flavorful Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are super crunchy thanks to a coconut and Panko breading! They’re incredibly delicious and an amazing appetizer to have when entertaining or just whenever the craving for a crispy shrimp snack hits you!
Check out this recipe
10. Jalapeno Corn Bread
If you want a little spice, jalapeno cornbread is a great option. It’s not overly hot while being fluffy and full of flavor.
These fantastically flavorful Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp are super crunchy thanks to a coconut and Panko breading! They’re incredibly delicious and an amazing appetizer to have when entertaining or just whenever the craving for a crispy shrimp snack hits you!
If you like your crab with Cajun seasoning, this jalapeno cornbread will pair perfectly. It’s extremely easy to make, and you can have it on the table in just 30 minutes.
Jiffy Jalapeno Cornbread
This easy Jiffy jalapeno cornbread is a tasty Mexican-inspired cornbread combining the convenience of Jiffy corn muffin mix with jalapenos and more! Mix everything up in one bowl and transfer it into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet for perfect cornbread in no time at all!
Check out this recipe
11. Lemon Asparagus Orzo
Crab pairs wonderfully with lemon, and this lemon asparagus orzo is no exception. The tangy lemon garlic sauce goes wonderfully with the asparagus, orzo pasta, and most importantly, crab!
This easy Jiffy jalapeno cornbread is a tasty Mexican-inspired cornbread combining the convenience of Jiffy corn muffin mix with jalapenos and more! Mix everything up in one bowl and transfer it into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet for perfect cornbread in no time at all!
This is a great all-inclusive side dish because it has veggies and carbs, so if you plan on serving it as the only side that’s just fine!
Lemon Asparagus Orzo
This delicious Lemon Asparagus Orzo combines tender pieces of lightly cooked asparagus with fine orzo pasta in a tangy lemon garlic sauce! Every bite is a refreshingly light flavor combination that pairs especially well with chicken or seafood dinners!
Check out this recipe
12. Pesto Pasta
Make your own pesto sauce and offer it up over some cooked pasta. Pesto may not be your first thought when deciding what to serve with crab legs, but it pairs surprisingly well!
This delicious Lemon Asparagus Orzo combines tender pieces of lightly cooked asparagus with fine orzo pasta in a tangy lemon garlic sauce! Every bite is a refreshingly light flavor combination that pairs especially well with chicken or seafood dinners!
The bright and herby flavor of pesto is fresh and light- perfect for crab. It’s rather easy to make at home, too!
Basil Pesto Sauce {Pesto alla Genovese}
The classic Basil Pesto Sauce combines fresh, young Genovese basil leaves with pine nuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese and a touch of salt for an out of this world flavor! Pesto is an easy to make base for so many wonderful pasta meals, dips, dressings and much more! This traditional old world Italian sauce blends with cooked pasta for a quick 10 minute dinner any night of the week!
Check out this recipe
13. Broiled Ribeye
This method of broiling a ribeye is not only easy, but it produces perfectly cooked steaks. It is another great opportunity for a surf & turf dinner!
The classic Basil Pesto Sauce combines fresh, young Genovese basil leaves with pine nuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese and a touch of salt for an out of this world flavor! Pesto is an easy to make base for so many wonderful pasta meals, dips, dressings and much more! This traditional old world Italian sauce blends with cooked pasta for a quick 10 minute dinner any night of the week!
The broiler in your oven will give you a perfect golden-brown sear with minimal effort!
Broiled Ribeye Steak
You’ll be amazed how easy it is to achieve steakhouse-worthy flavor in a matter of minutes with this super simple broiled ribeye steak recipe! This method guarantees a tender, juicy ribeye that is melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Check out this recipe
14. Garlic Butter Mushrooms
If you love mushrooms, these garlic butter mushrooms are the way to go. It’s an easy veggie side dish that is surprisingly filling.
You’ll be amazed how easy it is to achieve steakhouse-worthy flavor in a matter of minutes with this super simple broiled ribeye steak recipe! This method guarantees a tender, juicy ribeye that is melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Garlic butter goes wonderfully with crab, and the earthy flavor of the mushrooms helps tone down any citrus or spice that you may have seasoned your crab with.
Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Tender, savory garlic butter mushrooms are so decadently flavorful and are one of the easiest side dishes or appetizers you can make! Just 10 minutes is all you need to saute this amazing dish to perfection!
Check out this recipe
15. Zucchini Squash Casserole
For a hearty and comforting side, bake a zucchini squash casserole! It’s creamy and cheesy, a perfect contrast to crab.
Tender, savory garlic butter mushrooms are so decadently flavorful and are one of the easiest side dishes or appetizers you can make! Just 10 minutes is all you need to saute this amazing dish to perfection!
If you’re tired of eating yellow squash or zucchini, this will have you seeing them in a new light. It’s extremely easy to make, and though it takes about an hour from start to finish, you will find it is well worth it.
Zucchini Squash Casserole
This easy-to-make zucchini squash casserole is a flavorful combination of tender, tasty summer squash and creamy, cheesy sauce! Top it all off with crunchy Panko breadcrumbs for an incredible veggie side dish everyone loves!
Check out this recipe
16. Calamari
I would venture to say fried calamari is the most popular seafood appetizer. Crispy breading surrounding tender squid is perfect for dipping and even some seafood-haters will admit it’s good.
This easy-to-make zucchini squash casserole is a flavorful combination of tender, tasty summer squash and creamy, cheesy sauce! Top it all off with crunchy Panko breadcrumbs for an incredible veggie side dish everyone loves!
Calamari goes well with several sauces. A ramekin of marinara, ranch, or even just a squeeze of lemon, is all it takes to make this a great appetizer for any seafood dish.
Calamari
Quick, crispy deep fried calamari is the perfect appetizer to enjoy with any dinner but especially alongside some more wonderful seafood! The squid is made extra tender with a soak in rich buttermilk before being fried to perfection!
Check out this recipe
17. Spanish Mussels
If you aren’t looking for something fried, these sweet and tender mussels in a perfectly seasoned wine sauce are a fantastic alternative. A dish of Spanish mussels looks elegant and appetizing on the dinner table, and they are a great choice if you are having a formal sit-down dinner.
Quick, crispy deep fried calamari is the perfect appetizer to enjoy with any dinner but especially alongside some more wonderful seafood! The squid is made extra tender with a soak in rich buttermilk before being fried to perfection!
Mussels are an elevated appetizer that goes with any kind of seafood.
Spanish Mussels
Easy to make, intensely flavorful Spanish Mussels are a must-make dish that combines sweet, tender mussels and infuse them with rich Spanish flavors! You’ll adore just love how delicious these mussels are with flavorful smoked paprika, saffron, garlic, and wine!
Check out this recipe
18. Cheese Rolls
Cheese rolls are exactly what they sound like, and they go with absolutely anything. They are easy to make, and you will have some downtime as the bread rises that you can spend preparing your crab legs.
Easy to make, intensely flavorful Spanish Mussels are a must-make dish that combines sweet, tender mussels and infuse them with rich Spanish flavors! You’ll adore just love how delicious these mussels are with flavorful smoked paprika, saffron, garlic, and wine!
Cheese Rolls
These easy, tasty cheese rolls take the usual dinner rolls to a whole new level of amazingly flavorful deliciousness! They pair with practically anything to round out your family meals with a wonderful side of bread that the whole family will rave about!
Check out this recipe
19. Steak Rolls
Steak rolls are visually pleasing and delicious! Thin, tender steak is soaked in a teriyaki marinade then rolled up around an assortment of different sliced veggies.
These easy, tasty cheese rolls take the usual dinner rolls to a whole new level of amazingly flavorful deliciousness! They pair with practically anything to round out your family meals with a wonderful side of bread that the whole family will rave about!
When served with crab it is a fun little twist on surf & turf!
Top Sirloin Teriyaki Steak Rolls Recipe
Delicious finger food loaded with veggies surrounded by yummy steak!
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Delicious finger food loaded with veggies surrounded by yummy steak!
🦀 A Few Of My Delicious Crab Recipes!
- Crab RisottoCrab Stuffed SalmonCrab RangoonsCrab Egg Drop Soup
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What To Serve With Crab Legs: Garlic Bread (+More Great Sides!)
If you’re craving crab but are wondering what to serve with crab legs, look no further! Here are 15 of my favorite sauces and side dishes to present alongside your delicious crab legs!
Author | Angela
Servings: 8 slices Calories: 194kcal Prep 5 minutes Cooking 5 minutes Total Time 10 minutes
Pin Recipe Share on Facebook Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 1 baguette (or French bread loaf, see notes)▢ 8 tablespoon butter (softened, unsalted)▢ 3 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning▢ ½ teaspoon minced garlic (finely minced)▢ ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepper
InstructionsPreheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C).Cut your baguette in half then again lengthwise or small enough slices to fit into the air fryer.1 baguetteIn a small bowl add the butter, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix together well.8 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepperSpread over the baguette, place the bread into the air fryer and cook at 360°F (182°C) for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Add a minute or two for extra crispy garlic bread.Remove from air fryer, serve and enjoy! Equipment You May NeedAir Fryer (convection style)Air Fryer (basket style)Cutting Board Notes You can substitute the baguette for a bakery style french bread. Just double or even triple the garlic bread spread! (obviously based on the size of your bread) Be sure to finely mince your garlic. Use softened butter for easy mixing. Preheat your air fryer. Cooking times may vary. If using salted butter omit the added salt to the recipe.
NutritionCalories: 194kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 16g (5%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 13g (20%) | Saturated Fat: 8g (50%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 32mg (11%) | Sodium: 466mg (20%) | Potassium: 44mg (1%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 370IU (7%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 53mg (5%) | Iron: 1mg (6%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! air fryer garlic bread, easy side dishes, garlic toast Course Air Fryer, Appetizers, Side DishCuisine American
Angela @ BakeItWithLove.comAngela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma’s kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love! bakeitwithlove.com/about/
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5 from 11 reviews
What To Serve With Crab Legs: Garlic Bread (+More Great Sides!)
Author | Angela
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 194kcal
Prep 5 minutes
Cooking 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Ingredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x▢ 1 baguette (or French bread loaf, see notes)▢ 8 tablespoon butter (softened, unsalted)▢ 3 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning▢ ½ teaspoon minced garlic (finely minced)▢ ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepper
InstructionsPreheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C).Cut your baguette in half then again lengthwise or small enough slices to fit into the air fryer.1 baguetteIn a small bowl add the butter, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix together well.8 tablespoon butter, 3 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon each, salt & pepperSpread over the baguette, place the bread into the air fryer and cook at 360°F (182°C) for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden and bubbly. Add a minute or two for extra crispy garlic bread.Remove from air fryer, serve and enjoy!
Equipment You May NeedAir Fryer (convection style)Air Fryer (basket style)Cutting Board
Notes You can substitute the baguette for a bakery style french bread. Just double or even triple the garlic bread spread! (obviously based on the size of your bread) Be sure to finely mince your garlic. Use softened butter for easy mixing. Preheat your air fryer. Cooking times may vary. If using salted butter omit the added salt to the recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcal (10%) | Carbohydrates: 16g (5%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 13g (20%) | Saturated Fat: 8g (50%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 32mg (11%) | Sodium: 466mg (20%) | Potassium: 44mg (1%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 370IU (7%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 53mg (5%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love!
Course Air Fryer, Appetizers, Side DishCuisine American
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