🦐 Seafood Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (or imitation crab)
- 1 cup cooked squid or calamari (optional, sliced)
- ½ cup celery (finely chopped)
- ½ small red onion (finely chopped)
- ½ cup cucumber (diced)
- 2–3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp mustard (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare seafood
- Make sure shrimp, crab, and squid are fully cooked and cooled.
- Cut into bite-sized pieces if needed.
2. Chop vegetables
- Finely chop celery, onion, and cucumber.
3. Make dressing
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine
- Add seafood and vegetables into the dressing.
- Mix gently so seafood doesn’t break apart.
5. Chill
- Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.
6. Garnish & serve
- Sprinkle dill or parsley on top.
- Serve cold.
🥗 Optional Variations
- Add boiled pasta → seafood pasta salad
- Add lettuce → lighter version
- Add avocado → creamy, rich twist
- Use olive oil instead of mayo → Mediterranean style
❓ Q&A (Common Questions)
Q1: Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes, just thaw completely and drain excess water before using.
Q2: What’s the best seafood combination?
Shrimp + crab is classic. Adding squid or fish gives more variety.
Q3: How long does seafood salad last?
Up to 2 days in the fridge (keep it well chilled).
Q4: Can I make it without mayonnaise?
Yes:
- Use olive oil + lemon juice
- Or yogurt for a lighter creamy option
Q5: How do I avoid a watery salad?
- Pat seafood dry
- Remove cucumber seeds
- Don’t overdress
Q6: Is it healthy?
Yes—high in protein. Use less mayo or yogurt for a lighter version.
Q7: What can I serve it with?
- Toast or sandwiches
- Crackers
- As a side with rice or grilled dishes
Q8: Can I make it spicy?
Add:
- Chili flakes
- Hot sauce
- Finely chopped green chilies
