Crab Seafood Salad with Dill and Old Bay Recipe
A light and flavorful Crab Seafood Salad featuring imitation crab meat tossed in a zesty homemade dressing with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a refreshing appetizer or a quick lunch option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad:
- 1 pound imitation crab meat, flaked or cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup celery, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, dill, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a flavorful dressing base.
- Assemble the Salad: Add the imitation crab meat, finely chopped celery, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Gently stir everything together to evenly coat all the ingredients without breaking up the crab meat.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled as a side dish or on sandwich bread for a light meal.
Notes
- For a fresher taste, use fresh dill instead of dried if available.
- Adjust seasoning to preference, especially salt and Old Bay seasoning.
- Can be served on lettuce wraps, sandwiches, or crackers for variety.
- If storing, consume within 2 days for optimal freshness and safety.
- This salad is best enjoyed chilled.
