Classic Seafood Salad: A Light & Refreshing Delight

🦞🥗 Tender shrimp, crab, and lobster tossed in a creamy, zesty dressing with crisp veggies—this seafood salad is perfect for summer lunches, elegant appetizers, or a light dinner! Serve it on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a crowd-pleasing dish.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Ready in 15 minutes – Quick and easy!

✔ Versatile – Use any seafood combo you love

✔ Light yet luxurious – Feels fancy but simple to make

✔ Great for meal prep – Stays fresh for days

🦀 Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the Salad

1 lb cooked seafood (shrimp, crab, lobster, or a mix), chopped

½ cup celery, finely diced

¼ cup red onion, finely diced

½ cup cucumber, diced

2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped

1 lemon, zest + juice

For the Dressing

½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter option)

2 tbsp sour cream

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or paprika + pinch of cayenne)

Salt & pepper to taste

For Serving

Butter lettuce, croissants, or crackers

Lemon wedges

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Seafood

If using raw shrimp, boil in salted water with 1 bay leaf + lemon slice for 2-3 mins, then chill.

2. Make the Dressing

Whisk together mayo, sour cream, Dijon, Old Bay, lemon zest/juice, salt & pepper.

3. Combine Everything

Gently fold seafood, celery, onion, cucumber, and herbs into the dressing.

4. Chill & Serve

Refrigerate 30 mins for flavors to meld.

Serve on lettuce, in sandwiches, or with crackers.

💡 Pro Tips

✅ Use high-quality seafood – Fresh or frozen works, but avoid canned crab if possible.

✅ Add crunch – Toss in diced bell pepper or jicama.

✅ Make it ahead – Tastes even better the next day!