What You’ll Need
- 1 pound of fresh seafood (shrimp, squid, and mussels work well)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup of chopped celery
- 1/4 cup of chopped red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Step 1: Cooking the Seafood
Start by cooking the seafood. Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the seafood and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes opaque and cooked through. Drain the seafood and let it cool.
Step 2: Preparing the Dressing
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Whisk the ingredients until they are well combined and smooth.
Step 3: Mixing the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled seafood, chopped celery, and chopped red onion. Pour the dressing over the seafood mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Step 4: Serving
Transfer the seafood salad to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. You can serve it immediately or refrigerate it for a couple of hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Tips and Variations
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your seafood salad, such as diced tomatoes, bell peppers, or avocado, to customize it to your liking.
- If you prefer a tangier salad, you can add a splash of white wine vinegar or some chopped pickles to the dressing.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise.
- Make sure to use fresh seafood for the best results. Frozen seafood can be used in a pinch, but it may affect the texture of the salad.
Enjoy your homemade seafood salad with some crusty bread or on a bed of fresh greens. This versatile dish can be served as an appetizer, a main course, or even as a filling for sandwiches. Give it a try, and impress your family and friends with a restaurant-quality seafood salad!