Easy Seafood Salad Recipe with Shrimp and Crab

I made this creamy seafood salad recipe using shrimp and imitation crab, and it’s quickly become one of my favorite go-to lunch ideas. It’s fresh, flavorful, high in protein, and incredibly easy to throw together in just minutes. The combination of tender shrimp, flaky imitation crab, and a creamy dressing creates a delicious balance of taste and texture that always hits the spot.

If you’re wondering how to make seafood salad at home, this version is perfect for beginners and pros alike. It’s versatile enough to serve in a sandwich, wrap it in crisp lettuce leaves, or simply enjoy it on its own as a chilled, satisfying meal. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or craving something light but filling, this cold seafood salad is a reliable choice. It’s packed with flavor, quick to make, and sure to become a staple in your lunch rotation just like it is in mine.

Easy Seafood Salad Recipe with Shrimp and Crab

High-protein seafood salad made with shrimp and imitation crab—fresh, quick, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or enjoying on its own.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Total Time 11 minutes mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 317 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 8 oz imitation crab meat flaked or sliced sticks
• 8 oz raw shrimp 51–60 count
• 1 lemon quartered
• 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
• 3 tbsp red onion minced
• 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1.5 tbsp fresh dill chopped, plus extra for topping

Instructions

 

• Step 1: Boil water with lemon
• Fill a pot with salted water and drop in the lemon quarters. Bring it to a boil.
• Step 2: Cook the shrimp
• Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes, just until they turn pink and firm. Immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool down fast.
• Step 3: Dry the shrimp
• Once chilled, drain the shrimp and gently pat them dry with paper towels.
• Step 4: Mix everything
• In a large bowl, add shrimp, imitation crab, celery, red onion, Old Bay, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, and dill. Stir gently until well coated.
• Step 5: Chill or serve
• Top with a little more dill and enjoy right away, or cover and chill in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Notes

You can use pre-cooked shrimp or swap in real crab or lobster if you like. If you only have dried dill, use 1/2 tsp instead of fresh. This crab seafood salad works great in sandwiches, lettuce cups, or even stuffed in an avocado!

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