Neptune Salad
Dive into the fresh, ocean-inspired flavors of Neptune Salad, the ultimate seafood lover’s delight! This versatile recipe combines tender imitation or real crab meat, succulent shrimp, and a medley of crisp vegetables like celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, and green onions, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of lemon juice. Infused with the delicate aroma of fresh dill, this quick-to-prepare dish is ready in just 20 minutes and perfect as a light lunch, refreshing appetizer, or elegant side. Serve it chilled over a bed of lettuce for a vibrant presentation, and let the flavors transport you to the seaside. Perfect for summer gatherings, Neptune Salad is a showstopper that's as easy to make as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Imitation crab meat (or real crab meat)
- 200 grams Cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 stalks Celery, finely diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup Cucumber, finely diced
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, shred the imitation crab meat (or cut real crab meat into bite-sized pieces) and set aside.
Chop cooked shrimp into small pieces, if necessary, and add to the bowl with the crab meat.
Add the diced celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, and fresh dill to the mixing bowl.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the seafood and vegetables, and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, optionally place lettuce leaves on a plate or bowl as a base, and spoon the Neptune Salad on top.
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1054 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.8 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 3387 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 70.1 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1827 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
