Description
A refreshing and light Shrimp Salad recipe that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. Loaded with tender shrimp, crunchy celery, and flavorful dressing, this salad is a delicious and healthy option.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chilled
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Butter lettuce leaves or mixed greens for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chilled shrimp, chopped celery, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the shrimp mixture and toss gently until the shrimp are well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
- Serve the shrimp salad on butter lettuce leaves, mixed greens, or in a sandwich roll for a light meal.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chopped dill or parsley, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Notes
Notes:
- Add diced avocado or chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra texture.
- For a zesty twist, mix in a pinch of Old Bay seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
