Most of us can relate to the struggle to put a healthy meal on the table each night that doesn’t break the bank. In trying to save money, you can sometimes forgo nutrition, but this does not have to be the case. Seafood is incredibly healthy, but it can get expensive. That is why Alaska surimi seafood is such a great choice for people who want to be nutritious, but can’t afford to regularly eat fresh fish. Basically, Alaska surimi seafood is made by taking Alaska pollock that has been flavored with shrimp, crab, scallops and even lobster. It is then formed to replicate different shellfish, and even tastes like the seafood that it is replicating. It is extremely low fat and much cheaper than fresh shellfish!

It may seem intimidating at first to work with Alaska surimi seafood, but you can use it in recipes that call for fresh shellfish. Here is a quick and easy recipe for crab salad using Alaska surimi seafood that is sure to please your whole family!

Ingredients

½ pound of Alaska surimi seafood

6 cups of lettuce

1 cup of extra virgin olive oil

½ cup of fresh chopped parsley

1 teaspoon of salt

½ teaspoon of pepper

1 cup of red wine vinegar

2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 lemon, cut in wedges

Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and then toss in the Alaska surimi seafood. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and continue to toss every 4 hours or so. Once the mixture is thoroughly chilled, serve it over a bed of lettuce leaves. This can make for a great appetizer, or also a light meal on a hot summer day. You will be amazed at how delicious the Alaska surimi seafood is, and you can enjoy this delicious salad without feeling guilty. You can also use this versatile ingredient in crab cakes, soups and chowders and just about any recipe that calls for shellfish. Start experimenting today to see how you can incorporate it into your family’s diet. You will save some extra money and still eat nutritiously!