Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a creamy seafood salad you can make at home:
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (or imitation crab), shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked calamari rings (optional)
- 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of paprika or Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare seafood: If using raw seafood, boil or steam until fully cooked, then let it cool. Chop or shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix vegetables: In a large bowl, combine celery, red onion, bell pepper, and parsley.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional seasoning.
- Combine: Gently fold the seafood into the vegetable mixture, then add the dressing and mix until everything is coated evenly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve cold on lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
💡 Tips:
- Add a little diced avocado for extra creaminess.
- Use fresh lemon zest for a brighter flavor.
- If you like a bit of heat, a dash of hot sauce or chopped jalapeño works great.
If you want, I can also give you a luxury version with smoked salmon and scallops that feels restaurant-level fancy. Do you want me to do that?
