Shrimp, imitation crab, and crunchy celery are tossed in a creamy mayo dressing with Old Bay, lemon juice, and a few splashes of hot sauce.
Ingredients for Seafood Salad
I use shrimp and imitation crab in this recipe, but you can use any combination of seafood you’d like.
Shrimp: Use cooked medium shrimp that is peeled and chilled. If you have raw shrimp, cook just until pink and opaque, and then chill before using. Crab: I use imitation crab meat in this salad because it’s budget-friendly and easy to find. I cut it into bite-sized pieces. Celery: Celery adds a nice crunch and freshness to the dish. Green Onion: Finely diced green onion adds flavor without overpowering the seafood. Dressing: The base of this dressing is mayonnaise. Fresh lemon juice and fresh dill add a bright flavor, while Old Bay seasoning enhances the flavor of the seafood.
Variations
Chopped hardboiled eggs add texture, crunch, and color to seafood salad. Green onion can be replaced with 1 tablespoon of finely minced red onion. Add other fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro. Additional veggies can be added—try red bell pepper, tomato, or diced cucumber.
How to Make Seafood Salad
Serving Suggestions
Serve this salad with crackers or crostini. It can be spooned onto a croissant and served as a seafood salad sandwich. Spoon it over a bed of greens.
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