Creamy Seafood Salad with Imitation Crab
When the weather warms up, I crave light, refreshing dishes that don’t keep me in the kitchen for hours. This creamy seafood salad is one of those go-to favorites. It’s cool, flavorful, and comes together in minutes with simple ingredients. Perfect for serving on crackers, inside a soft roll, or spooned over crisp lettuce, it’s the kind of easy comfort food that always feels special.
Ingredients
- 1 pound imitation crab meat, shredded
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup finely diced celery
- ¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth and creamy.
- Add the shredded imitation crab meat, folding it gently into the dressing so it’s evenly coated.
- Mix in the celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and corn. Stir just enough to combine without breaking up the crab too much.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add the chopped parsley or dill for a touch of freshness.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This helps all the flavors blend beautifully.
- Serve chilled over a bed of crisp lettuce or use it as a sandwich filling for a quick, satisfying meal.
