Ina Garten Seafood Salad Recipe
Seafood lovers will enjoy this Ina Garten Seafood Salad Recipe. It is fresh, bright, and very simple to make. The flavors feel light but rich at the same time.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp cooked and peeled
- 1 pound scallops cooked
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 1 cup red onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the Shrimp
- Boil water in a large pot. Add shrimp and cook until pink and soft.
Cook the Scallops
- Add scallops to boiling water. Cook until firm and white.
Cool the Seafood
- Let shrimp and scallops cool fully. Place them in the fridge for quick chilling.
Chop All Veggies
- Cut celery and onions into small pieces. Make sure all pieces are even.
Mix the Dressing
- Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Combine Seafood
- Place shrimp and scallops in a large bowl. Mix gently so they stay whole.
Add the Veggies
- Add celery, onions, capers, dill, and parsley. Toss very gently.
Add the Dressing
- Pour dressing over the mix. Stir lightly to coat all pieces well.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the salad. Add more seasoning if you want stronger flavor.
Chill the Salad
- Place the salad in the fridge for one hour. This helps flavors blend.
Serve Cold
- Serve seafood salad cold. Garnish with fresh herbs if you like.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp and scallops for best taste
- Do not overcook seafood
- Chill the salad before serving
- Use fresh lemon juice for bright flavor
- Cut veggies into small and even pieces
- Add herbs for more freshness
- Taste and adjust seasoning
- Serve cold for best texture