Easy Seafood Salad Recipe
A light and flavorful seafood salad with shrimp, crab, and fresh veggies, dressed to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup lump crab meat (or imitation crab)
- ½ cup celery, finely diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or to taste)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Seafood: If using raw shrimp, cook them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain, cool, and chop. If using pre-cooked shrimp, simply chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop the Vegetables: Dice the celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth.
- Combine Everything: Add the chopped shrimp, crab meat, and vegetables to the dressing. Toss gently to coat.
- Chill & Serve: For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- Fresh seafood enhances the taste, but canned or imitation crab can be used for convenience.
- For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
- Add avocado or cucumber for extra texture and freshness.