Easy Seafood Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Easy Seafood Salad
210 min.
12
257kcal

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Are you looking for a refreshing and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this Easy Seafood Salad! Bursting with flavor and packed with nutritious ingredients, this salad is not only a delightful main course for lunch or dinner but also a crowd-pleaser for gatherings and picnics. With its gluten-free and dairy-free features, it caters to a variety of dietary needs, making it an excellent choice for everyone.

The combination of tender shrimp and flaky imitation crabmeat creates a delightful seafood medley, while the crispness of diced cabbage and celery adds a refreshing crunch. The green onions lend a subtle zing, enhancing the overall flavor profile. What truly sets this salad apart is the creamy dressing made from mayonnaise and a hint of sweetness from sugar, which ties all the ingredients together beautifully.

Not only is this Easy Seafood Salad simple to prepare, but it also allows for flexibility. Feel free to customize it with your favorite seafood or add in other vegetables for an extra twist. After just a few hours in the refrigerator, the flavors meld together, resulting in a dish that’s even more delicious when served chilled. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a light yet satisfying meal, this seafood salad is sure to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

  • head cabbage diced
  • bunch celery diced
  •  green onions thinly sliced
  • pound imitation crabmeat flaked
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • pounds shrimp deveined cooked peeled
  • tablespoons sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Gently mix the shrimp, imitation crabmeat, cabbage, celery, and green onions together in a large bowl. Stir the mayonnaise and sugar together in a separate bowl until the sugar is dissolved into the mayonnaise; add to the shrimp mixture and gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated. Refrigerate for 3 hours to allow the cabbage to soften and the flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts

Calories257kcal
Protein28.7%
Fat50.41%
Carbs20.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.01
Glycemic Load
2.61
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
10.8391303135%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:256.66kcal
12.83%
Fat:14.44g
22.22%
Saturated Fat:2.29g
14.3%
Carbohydrates:13.46g
4.49%
Net Carbohydrates:11.02g
4.01%
Sugar:5.89g
6.54%
Cholesterol:133.71mg
44.57%
Sodium:437.71mg
19.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.5g
37%
Vitamin K:95.12µg
90.59%
Vitamin C:28.36mg
34.38%
Phosphorus:187.28mg
18.73%
Copper:0.32mg
15.87%
Potassium:348.93mg
9.97%
Fiber:2.44g
9.76%
Magnesium:36.69mg
9.17%
Folate:36.59µg
9.15%
Calcium:83.66mg
8.37%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.96%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.78%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
5.01%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.98%
Iron:0.84mg
4.67%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.36%
Vitamin A:131.16IU
2.62%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.26%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.03%
Vitamin B3:0.2mg
1.02%
Source:Allrecipes