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The Best Shrimp Salad

The Best Shrimp Salad: A Refreshing Twist for Any Meal

The Best Shrimp Salad combines fresh shrimp with vibrant vegetables and creamy dressing, perfect for light meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lbs Cooked Shrimp use fresh or high-quality frozen
  • 2 stalks Celery finely chopped
  • 1 small Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Parsley or Dill fresh herbs
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 medium Avocado diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 large Boiled Egg chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Ice Bath Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for The Best Shrimp Salad
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp immediately to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the shrimp is cooling, finely chop the celery, red onion, and your chosen fresh herbs—parsley or dill.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper, and whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the cooled shrimp to the dressing, followed by the chopped vegetables and herbs. Gently toss everything together until well-coated.
  5. Cover the salad tightly with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Place it in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy this versatile salad and feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients.

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