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Grilled Crab Legs is such a treat in the summer, this foolproof recipe is so easy and works with king crab legs, Dungeness crab legs and snow crab legs!
Yield: 4 servings
5 from 2 votes

Grilled Crab Legs

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Grilled Crab Legs is such a treat in the summer, this foolproof recipe is so easy and works with king crab legs, Dungeness crab legs and snow crab legs!

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs frozen king (snow or dungeness crab legs, thawed and rinsed)
  • olive oil spray
  • lemon wedges
  • melted butter (optional for dipping)

Instructions

  • Heat grill to medium-high.
  • Spritz crab legs all over with olive oil spray and place on hot grill.
  • Cover and cook about 7 minutes on each side, or until the meat in the center is heated through.
  • Use a sharp paring knife (and a mitt or glove to handle) and cut slits along the side so it’s easy to pull the meat out.
  • Remove to plates and serve with lemon wedges and melted butter, if desired.

Notes

A quick way to thaw the legs before grilling, fill your sink with cold water and let the legs sit in the water about 20 to 30 minutes. Rinse well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pound, Calories: 144kcal, Protein: 31.5g, Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 72mg, Sodium: 1400mg
Blue Smart Points: 0
Green Smart Points: 5
Purple Smart Points: 0