Best 3 Easy Seafood Salad Recipes
Seafood salads are a refreshing and delicious option for a light meal or a side dish. With so many different types of seafood to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating a unique and flavorful salad. Whether you prefer shrimp, crab, tuna, or salmon, there is sure to be a seafood salad recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
EASY SEAFOOD SALAD
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
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
EASY SEAFOOD SALAD
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
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 PASTA SALAD
Rainbow pasta dotted with green peas, green peppers, onions, carrots, celery, and imitation crabmeat is wrapped in a creamy dressing with a touch of sweetness.
Provided by DeaLeslie
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Crab Salad Recipes
Time 5h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the tri-color pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Rinse pasta under cold water until cool; drain.
- Whisk mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl until smooth. Add pasta, imitation crabmeat, peas, carrots, celery, green pepper, and onion; mix until evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to let flavors combine, at least 5 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.6 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1021.5 mg, Sugar 13.1 g
Tips:
- Choose the freshest seafood you can find. This will ensure that your salad is as delicious and flavorful as possible.
- Don't overcook the seafood. Seafood is delicate and can easily become tough if it's overcooked. Cook it just until it's opaque and flaky.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This will add color, flavor, and texture to the dish. Some good choices include cucumber, tomato, red onion, celery, and avocado.
- Use a light, flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based dressing is a good option. Avoid using heavy, creamy dressings, as they can overpower the delicate flavor of the seafood.
- Serve the salad immediately. Seafood salad is best served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Conclusion:
Seafood salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its light, flavorful dressing and variety of fresh ingredients, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give seafood salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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