Description
This Shrimp and Crab Dip combines irresistible flavors and simple prep. Creamy cheese, shrimp, and crab come together for a delightful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb extra small shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cut into small pieces
- 6 ounces canned lump crab meat
- 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Colby jack cheese
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped finely
- 1/4 cup green onion, sliced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Chop shrimp and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth; add cheddar, red bell pepper, green onion, Cajun seasoning, and lemon zest.
- Fold in chopped shrimp and crab meat until evenly incorporated.
- Spread the mixture in the baking dish and top with Colby jack cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with additional green onions and serve warm.
Notes
For a spicier dip, increase Cajun seasoning or add hot sauce.
Use gluten-free crackers for a diet-friendly option.
This dip can be prepared ahead and baked when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg