Here’s a delicious seafood salad recipe that’s fresh and flavorful:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (or imitation crab)
- 1 cup cooked calamari rings (optional)
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Seafood:
- If using frozen seafood, make sure it’s fully thawed and drained. If necessary, chop the seafood into bite-sized pieces.
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Combine the Salad:
- In a large bowl, mix the shrimp, crab meat, calamari (if using), celery, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and herbs.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Dress the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the seafood mixture and toss gently to combine.
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Serve:
- Enjoy immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
This seafood salad can be served on its own, over a bed of greens, or with crusty bread!
