Best 4 How To Make Seafood Salad Recipes

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Seafood salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of seafood, including shrimp, crab, lobster, and tuna. Seafood salad is also a healthy dish, as it is packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins.

This article provides three delicious seafood salad recipes that are sure to please everyone. The first recipe is for a classic seafood salad made with shrimp, crab, and lobster. The second recipe is for a more modern seafood salad made with smoked salmon and avocado. The third recipe is for a spicy seafood salad made with tuna, jalapeños, and cilantro.

All three recipes are easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. They are also all customizable, so you can adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing appetizer or a hearty and satisfying main course, these seafood salad recipes are sure to hit the spot.

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

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

SEAFOOD SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 stalks celery (1 quartered, 2 thinly sliced)
3 small cloves garlic (2 smashed, 1 chopped)
Juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 ounces baby carrots, halved lengthwise
3/4 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound sea scallops, halved horizontally
1 small avocado, halved, pitted and peeled
2 romaine lettuce hearts, torn
1 tablespoon capers, plus 1 tablespoon brine from the jar
2 cups croutons
1 tablespoon light mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Combine the quartered celery, smashed garlic, half of the lemon juice, 10 cups water, and salt and pepper to taste in a large saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil, then uncover, add the carrots and cook 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the carrots and shrimp to a colander and rinse under cold water. Return the water to a boil, add the scallops and cook until opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the scallops with a slotted spoon, add to the colander and rinse under cold water.
  • Ladle out 1/3 cup of the poaching liquid; set aside to cool. Dice half of the avocado and combine with the sliced celery, lettuce, capers and croutons in a large bowl. Add the carrots, shrimp and scallops.
  • Puree the remaining avocado half in a blender with the reserved poaching liquid, the remaining lemon juice, the caper brine, chopped garlic, mayonnaise, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Toss with the salad and season with salt and pepper.

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

SEAFOOD MACARONI SALAD



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This refreshing salad is always well received, especially in summer. My mother said the recipe just "evolved", because she kept adding ingredients until it tasted right. It really does have great flavor!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni (about 10 ounces)
6 ounces peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained and flaked
2 cups sliced celery
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
3 to 4 hard-boiled large eggs, coarsely chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish or finely chopped sweet pickles
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until tender; drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine macaroni, shrimp, crabmeat, celery, onion and eggs; set aside. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, pickle relish, mustard, vinegar and paprika. Add to macaroni mixture; toss lightly. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest seafood possible. This will ensure that your salad is delicious and safe to eat.
  • Cook the seafood properly. Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy, so be careful not to overcook it.
  • Use a variety of seafood. This will give your salad more flavor and texture.
  • Add some vegetables and herbs to your salad. This will help to balance out the flavors and make your salad more nutritious.
  • Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will overpower the delicate flavors of the seafood.
  • Serve your salad immediately. Seafood salad is best when it is fresh.

Conclusion:

Seafood salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a seafood salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give seafood salad a try. Note:
  • To make sure your salad is as safe as possible, be sure to clean your hands and all surfaces thoroughly before handling the seafood.
  • Seafood salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. However, it is best to eat it within 2 days for the best flavor and texture.
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