Description
- This creamy shrimp salad recipe delivers bold flavor in a light, satisfying meal ideal for lunch, dinner, or picnics
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 rib celery, finely chopped
- Shrimp Salad Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced, about 1 tablespoon zest and 3 tablespoons juice)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Optional:
- Butter lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, dill, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set the dressing aside.
- Cook the shrimp: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are fully cooked through.
- Chill the shrimp: While the shrimp is cooking, prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl. Once the shrimp are done, use a skimmer to transfer them to the ice water bath and let them cool for 3 minutes. Drain the shrimp in a colander.
- Assemble the salad: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled shrimp, chopped red onion, and celery. Add the dressing and stir gently until everything is well-coated and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp salad on its own or on butter lettuce leaves for an extra touch.
- Details: This creamy shrimp salad is the perfect light meal for warm days, offering fresh flavors with the richness of a tangy dressing. It’s ideal for a quick lunch, dinner, or as a side dish at your next gathering. You can enjoy it with leafy greens or as a filling for a sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
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