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Are you looking for a vibrant, protein-packed dish that comes together in minutes without ever turning on your stove?
This creamy, refreshing Seafood Salad is the ultimate versatile recipe for elegant bridal showers, casual summer cookouts, or simple weeknight meal prep.
It flawlessly combines sweet, tender bites of ocean fare with a rich, tangy dressing and the perfect amount of aromatic crunch.
Because it relies entirely on pre-cooked ingredients, it is a magnificent time-saver for busy home chefs who still want a gourmet experience.
Whether you serve it scooped into crisp lettuce cups, piled high on a buttery croissant, or enjoyed straight from the bowl with crackers, it never disappoints.
Let us dive into the culinary science that makes this incredibly easy, cold deli-style salad an absolute masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g cooked mixed seafood (imitation crab, shrimp, or a blend), chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream optional, for extra creaminess
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning or seafood seasoning of choice
- ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup celery finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill chopped
Instructions
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Prepare the seafood: If using shrimp, make sure they are fully cooked, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-size pieces. Pat all the seafood completely dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Make the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream (if using), fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper until completely smooth.
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Combine: Add the chopped seafood, finely diced celery, diced red onion, and chopped fresh herbs to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold everything together with a spatula until the ingredients are evenly coated.
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Chill: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve: Stir the salad gently once more before serving. Enjoy chilled on its own, scooped into crisp lettuce cups, or served as a hearty sandwich filling!
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