Creamy Seafood Salad with Imitation Crab
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 1 lb Imitation crab meat (flake or chunk style), chopped into bite-sized pieces 🦀
- 1/2 cup Celery, finely diced for that perfect crunch 🥬
- 1/4 cup Red onion or green onions, finely minced 🧅
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (use a high-quality brand for best flavor!) 🥣
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice 🍋
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning or dried dill 🌿
- 1/2 tsp Sugar (just a pinch to balance the tang!) 🍬
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste 🧂
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Crab: Chop your imitation crab into uniform, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. 🦀🔪
- Add the Crunch: Toss in your finely diced celery and onions. 🥬🧅
- Mix the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay (or dill), sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. 🥣🌪️
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the crab mixture and toss gently until everything is perfectly coated. 🦀✨
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes. This is the secret step—it allows all those delicious flavors to meld together! ⏲️❄️
- Serve: Enjoy it on its own, stuffed into a buttery croissant, or served over a bed of fresh greens! 🥐🥗😋
🔥 Pro Tips:
- Texture Hack: If you like a heartier salad, add some cooked tiny bay shrimp to the mix for a true seafood feast! 🦐🎯
- Keep it Fresh: Always keep this salad chilled until the moment you’re ready to serve to maintain that crisp, refreshing bite. ❄️💎
