Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring shrimp, crabmeat, and a mix of fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer lunches, picnics, or as an elegant appetizer for parties. Can be served chilled and garnished with herbs or lemon slices for extra freshness.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (serves 4–6):
For the Salad:
1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup cooked crabmeat, picked over for shells
½ cup celery, finely chopped
½ cup red bell pepper, diced
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
1 cup cooked baby potatoes, diced (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
For the Dressing:
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional for seafood flavor)
For Garnish:
Lemon wedges
Fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Seafood
If not pre-cooked, boil shrimp until pink and opaque (2–3 minutes), then cool. Drain crabmeat and remove any shell fragments.
Step 2: Chop Vegetables
Dice celery, red bell pepper, onion, and baby potatoes if using. Mix with parsley and dill in a large bowl.
Step 3: Make Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning until smooth.
Step 4: Combine Salad
Gently fold shrimp and crabmeat into the vegetable mixture. Pour dressing over the top and toss lightly until everything is coated.
Step 5: Chill and Serve
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Light Version: Replace half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
- Make Ahead: Prepare up to 4 hours in advance; store covered in the fridge.
- Variations: Add cooked scallops, calamari, or lobster for a luxurious Italian seafood salad style.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve on a bed of mixed greens or in a hollowed-out avocado for presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad / Appetizer
- Method: No-bake / Chilled / Mixed
- Cuisine: International / Italian-inspired