Description
This Fresh and Flavorful Seafood Salad is a delightful blend of cooked shrimp, crab meat, and a medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Seafood Salad:
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 pound cooked crab meat (or imitation crab)
Vegetables:
- 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Seafood and Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix the shrimp, crab meat, celery, red onion, red bell pepper, parsley, and dill.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the seafood mixture, toss gently to coat. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled on greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- Consider using lobster or scallops for a gourmet touch.
- Enhance freshness with diced avocado or cucumber.
- Best consumed on the day it’s made.
