Ina Garten Seafood Salad Recipe
If you want a light, refreshing and elegant dish, this Ina Garten Seafood Salad Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat picked over for shells
- 1/2 pound scallops cooked and sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped chives or dill for garnish
Instructions
Prepare Seafood
- Cook scallops if raw and slice them. Ensure shrimp is peeled and crab meat is shell-free.
Mix Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
Combine Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp, crab, scallops, celery and parsley.
Add Dressing
- Pour dressing over seafood mixture. Gently toss to coat evenly without breaking crab.
Season to Taste
- Add salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning based on your preference.
Chill Salad
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving.
Garnish
- Top with chopped chives or dill just before serving for extra flavor and presentation.
Serve Cold
- Serve chilled in a large bowl or on individual plates with lettuce or crackers.
Notes
- Use fresh seafood for best flavor and texture
- Add diced avocado for creaminess
- Replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for lighter dressing
- Include thinly sliced red onion or bell peppers for crunch
- Serve in lettuce cups for a fancy appetizer
- Add a splash of white wine to the dressing for depth
- Sprinkle paprika on top for a colorful presentation