Description
A refreshing and light salad combining succulent shrimp with crisp cucumbers, creamy dressing, and vibrant herbs. Perfect for warm weather or as a versatile side dish.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 English cucumbers, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1 lemon (juiced + zested)
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced or grated
1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
Boil shrimp in salted water for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove and let cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, garlic, and salt.
Add cooled shrimp, cucumbers, celery, and green onions to the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
Chill for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Use English cucumbers for their crisp texture. Adjust lemon juice for desired tartness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Blog
- Method: Cooking and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg