Made this for the family BBQ… but I somehow ate half before we even got out the door. Oops
🥗 Fresh Seafood Salad Recipe
Few dishes feel as light, refreshing, and satisfying as a well-made seafood salad. The mix of tender seafood, crunchy vegetables, and a bright citrus dressing creates a balanced dish full of texture and flavor. Below is a simple, easy-to-follow version of a classic seafood salad that works beautifully as a main course or a side dish.
🥗 Seafood Salad Ingredients
| 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 | Cooked (seared or boiled) |
| Mixed greens | 4 cups | Any blend of lettuce |
| 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 | Smooth or grainy |
| Garlic | 2 cloves | Finely minced |
| Salt | To taste | — |
| Black pepper | To taste | — |
👩🍳 Preparation Steps
1. Cook the Seafood
Prepare the shrimp, calamari, and scallops using your preferred method—boiled, grilled, or lightly seared—until just cooked through and tender.
2. Cool and Mix
Allow the seafood to cool completely, then combine it with the crab meat in a large bowl. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the other ingredients.
3. Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
4. Assemble the Salad
In a large serving bowl, add mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and avocado. Top with the chilled seafood mixture and drizzle with the dressing.
Gently toss everything together to avoid breaking up the seafood.
5. Serve
Plate immediately and enjoy while fresh and chilled for the best flavor and texture.
💡 Helpful Tips
- Use the freshest seafood available for the best results
- Feel free to combine different seafood types based on preference
- Add fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or chives for extra aroma and flavor
- Adjust the dressing to taste—more lemon for brightness or more oil for richness
- For a fun presentation, serve in a hollowed-out pineapple or coconut shell for a tropical feel
