Best 6 Easy Seafood Crab Salad Recipes

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Seafood crab salad is a classic dish that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. It is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. Crab salad is made with simple ingredients, such as crab meat, mayonnaise, celery, and onion. It can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, and can be served on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich. Seafood crab salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEL'S CRAB SALAD



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I tried for years to duplicate the crab salad that was made in the seafood market i used to work for, but never could. However, I came up with this one and prefer it a whole lot more. My daughter will hide with the batch I make and eat it all. She doesn't like to share. Serve with club-style crackers.

Provided by Melissa Goff

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked
½ cup finely chopped celery, or more to taste
½ cup reduced-fat ranch dressing (such as Hidden Valley Ranch® LIght)
⅓ cup mayonnaise (such as Hellmann's®/Best Foods®)
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Gently mix flaked imitation crab, celery, ranch dressing, mayonnaise, sugar, and parsley in a salad bowl until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally. Stir again just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 686.8 mg, Sugar 6 g

CRAB SALAD



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Serve this crab and celery salad on crackers, lettuce or stuff it in puff pastry shells.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Crab Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds crabmeat
2 ½ cups chopped celery
8 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons celery seed
1 pinch paprika
2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
2 teaspoons dried parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, celery, mayonnaise, celery seed, paprika, sugar, pepper, seafood seasoning and parsley. Mix well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 183 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 51.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1331.3 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

SHRIMP AND CRAB SALAD



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For an impressive salad , try this tasty mixture of hearty shrimp and crabmeat with a creamy dressing. "one of my favorite Aunts gave me the recipe for this seafood salad," writes Melissa Stroupe of Stanley, North Carolina. "I'm lucky to come from a family of great cooks."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
Leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, horseradish and seasoned salt; mix well. Add to the shrimp mixture and stir well. Cover and refrigerate. Serve on a lettuce-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts :

CLASSIC CRAB AND SHRIMP SALAD



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This is one of my favorites. I picked up the recipe when I worked at an IGA supermarket where it was the best seller at the salad bar. It's sure to be a favorite with anyone who likes seafood.

Provided by melimel_86

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces fresh crabmeat, drained and flaked
5 ounces small cooked shrimp, chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 onion, diced
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons fresh dill, finely chopped
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the crabmeat, shrimp, celery, bell pepper, and onion into a bowl. Stir in the mayonnaise, dill, and Worcestershire sauce until evenly blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 93.7 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 434.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

EASY SEAFOOD SALAD



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A restaurant quality seafood salad--no pasta, just veggies and whatever seafood you choose to add. This is a basic recipe; feel free to add your own spin (shredded carrots, diced green or red peppers, red cabbage, seasonings).

Provided by Jen K

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked
1 head cabbage, diced
1 bunch celery, diced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Gently mix the shrimp, imitation crabmeat, cabbage, celery, and green onions together in a large bowl. Stir the mayonnaise and sugar together in a separate bowl until the sugar is dissolved into the mayonnaise; add to the shrimp mixture and gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Refrigerate for 3 hours to allow the cabbage to soften and the flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 162.1 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 646.4 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

EASY SEAFOOD SALAD



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This easy seafood salad was inspired by a dish I had in the Bahamas that featured conch. I substituted crab and shrimp and like it even more! -Cindy Heyd, Edmond, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium orange
1 medium lemon
1 medium lime
1/2 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), coarsely chopped
1/2 pound refrigerated fresh or imitation crabmeat, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
Shredded lettuce
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Finely grate zest from orange. Cut orange crosswise in half; squeeze juice from orange. Transfer zest and juice to a large bowl. Repeat with lemon and lime. Add shrimp, crab, onion and pepper; toss to coat. Serve on lettuce with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Always start with fresh, high-quality crab meat. Avoid using canned or frozen crab, as it will not have the same flavor or texture.
  • Be gentle when flaking the crab meat. You don't want to break it up too much, or it will become mushy.
  • Use a variety of fresh herbs and vegetables in your crab salad. This will add flavor and color.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings and sauces. A simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based dressing can be delicious.
  • Serve crab salad chilled, on its own or as a sandwich or wrap.

Conclusion:

Crab salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its delicate flavor and flaky texture, crab meat is a perfect choice for a summer salad. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a special occasion appetizer, crab salad is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a seafood recipe, give crab salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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