Made this for the family BBQ… but I somehow ate half before we even got out the door. Oops
Few culinary delights rival the joy of a fresh, flavorful seafood salad. The combination of tender seafood, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing creates a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Below is a simple, elegant Seafood Salad Recipe, presented in a clear table format to make preparation effortless. Get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious.
🥗 Seafood Salad
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp | 1 pound | Cooked and peeled |
| Crab Meat | 8 ounces | Lump or imitation |
| Calamari | 6 ounces | Sliced into rings |
| Scallops | 6 ounces | Seared or boiled |
| Mixed Greens | 4 cups | Variety of lettuces |
| Cherry Tomatoes | 1 cup | Halved |
| Red Onion | ¼ cup | Thinly sliced |
| Cucumber | ½ cup | Sliced |
| Avocado | 1 | Sliced |
| Lemon Juice | 2 tablespoons | Freshly squeezed |
| Olive Oil | ¼ cup | Extra virgin |
| Dijon Mustard | 1 teaspoon | Creamy or whole grain |
| Garlic | 2 cloves | Minced |
| Salt | To taste | – |
| Black Pepper | To taste | – |
👩🍳 How to Prepare
1. Cook the Seafood
Cook the shrimp, calamari, and scallops using your preferred method—seared, boiled, or grilled—until tender and perfectly done.
2. Chill and Combine
Once cooled, gently mix the cooked seafood with crab meat in a large bowl. Refrigerate to chill before assembling the salad.
3. Whisk the Dressing
In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. This tangy dressing will bring the salad to life.
4. Toss and Assemble
Remove the chilled seafood mixture and add mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and avocado. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
5. Serve and Enjoy
Plate individual servings and enjoy the delightful blend of textures and flavors.
💡 Expert Tips
- Choose fresh seafood whenever possible for the best taste and texture.
- Mix and match seafood varieties to suit your preferences.
- Add fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or chives for extra flavor.
- Adjust the dressing ingredients to taste for a more tangy or creamy finish.
- For presentation, serve in a hollowed-out pineapple or coconut shell for a tropical touch.
