Description
This Seafood Salad is a light and refreshing dish perfect for warm weather or a light lunch. With a mix of shrimp, crab, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing, it’s a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound cooked salad shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound cooked crab meat (lump or imitation)
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine celery, red onion, red bell pepper, and seafood.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Dress Salad: Pour dressing over the seafood and vegetables. Toss gently to coat.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Customize: Add other vegetables like cucumber or cherry tomatoes. Use your preferred seafood.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the salad in advance for optimal flavor.
- Adjust Dressing: Add more lemon juice, honey, or other seasonings to customize the dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg