🦞🥗 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!