Surimi Salad
Surimi Salad is a creamy, refreshing seafood-style salad made with imitation crab meat, crisp vegetables, and a tangy homemade dressing. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, this easy salad is perfect for lunches, sandwiches, wraps, potlucks, and light dinners. With its delicious combination of textures and budget-friendly ingredients, Surimi Salad is a versatile recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad / Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 12 ounces surimi (imitation crab meat), shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
- Place the shredded or chopped surimi in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the diced celery, sliced green onions, and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and Old Bay seasoning if using.
- Pour the dressing over the surimi mixture.
- Gently stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled on lettuce leaves, in sandwiches, wraps, croissants, or alongside crackers.
Notes
Chilling the salad enhances the flavor and improves the texture.For a lighter version, substitute part of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.Real crab meat can be used in place of surimi for a more authentic seafood flavor.Add diced cucumber, carrots, bell peppers, or corn for extra crunch and color.A dash of sriracha or hot sauce adds a spicy kick.Perfect for meal prep, picnics, and potluck gatherings.Serve as a salad, sandwich filling, wrap stuffing, or appetizer dip.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/surimi-salad/
