Best 2 Warm Seafood Salad Recipes

Indulge in a culinary delight with our Warm Seafood Salad, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish combines the succulent sweetness of shrimp, the delicate brininess of calamari, the tender chewiness of mussels, and the umami-rich depth of scallops, all cooked to perfection and tossed in a savory dressing. Accompanied by a medley of roasted vegetables, this salad offers a vibrant contrast of colors and textures, making it a visually stunning and utterly delicious meal. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply craving a gourmet seafood experience, this Warm Seafood Salad is sure to impress.

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WARM SEAFOOD SALAD

Warm Seafood Salad image

"Here's a recipe that's sized right for two seafood lovers," Lillian Julow says of her easy entree salad. Served over a bed of greens, sauteed scallops and shrimp get plenty of flavor from garlic and a homemade vinaigrette.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 pound bay scallops
1 garlic clove, minced
4 cups spring mix salad greens

Steps:

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; add 2 teaspoons oil. Shake well; set aside., In a large skillet, cook the shrimp, scallops and garlic in remaining oil over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque., Divide the greens between two salad plates; top with seafood mixture. Shake dressing and drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 193mg cholesterol, Sodium 934mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

SEAFOOD SALAD WITH WARM CITRUS DRESSING

Seafood Salad with Warm Citrus Dressing image

This flavorful salad is nice to serve when the evenings are getting cool, at the end of the summer. I always add the edible flowers, if I can find them (or I have some on my zucchini plants), but they are by no means necessary to make this recipe delicious!

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup sunflower oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 inches fresh ginger, minced
1 shallot, minced
lime, juice and zest of
1/2 orange, juice and zest of
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
6 cups torn assorted salad greens
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint (or less, to taste)
2 oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/2 lb scallops, cooked
1/2 lb peeled and deveined cooked shrimp
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds, toasted
fresh edible flower (optional)

Steps:

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat; add garlic, ginger and shallot; cook, stirring often, until tender, about 4 minutes.
Stir in lime zest and juice, orange zest and juice, sugar, salt and pepper to taste; cook 1 minute then slowly whisk in remaining oil.
Toss together greens, cilantro, and mint in a large serving bowl.
Arrange orange sections, scallops and shrimp on to of the greens; sprinkle with sunflower seeds and edible flowers, if desired.
Pour 1/4 cup of the warm dressing over salad; toss to coat.
Add additional dressing as needed.
*To toast sunflower seeds, heat them in a small dry pan over low heat, stirring often, until lightly browned; immediately remove seeds from the pan to stop cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.8, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 129.2, Sodium 542.7, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 25.1

Tips:

Choose the freshest seafood possible. This will ensure that your salad is as delicious and flavorful as possible.
Cook the seafood properly. Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy, so it's important to cook it just until it's opaque in the center.
Use a variety of seafood. This will add flavor and texture to your salad.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressing. There are many different ways to dress a seafood salad, so try out a few different options until you find one that you like.
Serve the salad immediately. Seafood salad is best when it's fresh, so serve it as soon as it's made.

Conclusion:

Seafood salad is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover seafood. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a seafood salad that everyone will enjoy.