4.7 from 9 votes
Seafood Salad
This Seafood Salad combines tender shrimp and sweet crab meat with crisp celery, red onion, and red bell pepper. Tossed in a creamy Dijon and lemon dressing, it's a refreshing and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time
15 mins
Chill Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 239 kcal
Course:
Salad , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked salad shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 pound cooked crab meat lump or imitation crab
- 1 talk celery finely chopped
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- ½ medium red bell pepper finely chopped
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ 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
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped celery, red onion, and red bell pepper. Add the cooked seafood to the bowl with the vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the seafood and vegetables, then gently toss to coat everything evenly.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. When ready to serve, give the salad a gentle stir. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
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Notes
- Customize Your Veggies and Seafood: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like cucumber or cherry tomatoes for extra crunch and color. You can also customize your seafood and use what you have on hand.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the salad a few hours in advance to allow the flavors to meld together. It keeps well in the refrigerator, making it a great option for meal prep or gatherings.
- Dress to Taste: Adjust the dressing ingredients to suit your preference. Add more lemon juice for extra tang or a touch of honey for sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
239kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
7g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.04g
Cholesterol
124mg
(41%)
Sodium
783mg
(33%)
Potassium
426mg
(12%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
644IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
27mg
(30%)
Calcium
138mg
(14%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 124mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 783mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 426mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 644IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.