Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Crab and Cucumber Appetizer Bites
Serving Amount
Ingredients
1 English cucumber, sliced 1/2 inch thick
8 ounces imitation crab, chopped
2 Tbsp. light mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. light sour cream
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
2 green onions, chopped
11⁄2 Tbsp. fresh dill, chopped fine
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1
Combine all ingredients except the cucumber.
Step 2
Serve crab mixture on top of cucumber slices and serve.
