Seafood Salad Recipe With Imitation Crab Meat And Shrimp
Seafood salads are perfect for summer days, whether you're having a picnic, a barbecue, or just a quick lunch. This recipe for seafood salad with imitation crab meat and shrimp is quick and easy to make, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound imitation crab meat
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions:
- Start by preparing your seafood. Rinse the imitation crab meat and pat it dry with paper towels. Cut it into bite-sized pieces and put it in a large mixing bowl. Add the cooked shrimp and toss gently to combine.
- In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Once the mixture is well blended, pour it over the seafood mixture and toss to coat.
- Add the chopped celery, green onions, and fresh parsley to the bowl and mix everything together until it's evenly distributed.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- To serve the salad, arrange lettuce leaves on a plate and spoon the seafood salad on top. Use additional parsley or lemon wedges for garnish if desired.
Tips:
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a tablespoon of sweet pickle relish to the dressing mixture.
- This salad can be made up to a day in advance, but be sure to keep it refrigerated until you're ready to serve.
- If you're not a fan of imitation crab meat or shrimp, you can use real crab meat or lobster instead.
Conclusion
This seafood salad with imitation crab meat and shrimp is a refreshing and delicious salad that's perfect for summer. It's quick and easy to make, and it's sure to impress your guests. With a creamy dressing and plenty of fresh herbs and vegetables, this salad is healthy and satisfying. Give it a try and see how delicious it can be!
