Description
Seafood Salad is a refreshing and protein-packed dish featuring a delightful blend of imitation crab and shrimp, all tossed in a creamy dill dressing. Bursting with flavor from fresh veggies and zesty lemon, this salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a side dish for dinner, or an elegant appetizer for gatherings. Quick to prepare in just minutes, this seafood salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides essential nutrients, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious diners. Enjoy it on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer with crackers—it’s versatile enough to suit any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces imitation crab meat (flaked or sliced)
- 8 ounces raw shrimp (51–60 count)
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 3 tablespoons minced red onion
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by boiling salted water with a quartered lemon. Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes until pink and opaque. Transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
- Drain the shrimp and pat dry. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, imitation crab, celery, red onion, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, and dill. Toss until well-coated.
- Garnish with extra dill before serving. Chill for at least 30 minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg