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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Cucumber Shrimp Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish perfect for summer days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp provides protein and main flavor
  • 3 stalks green onions optional for those sensitive to strong tastes
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise base for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup sour cream complements mayonnaise with tang
  • 1 lime lime use fresh for maximum flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill adds aromatic notes
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard provides depth to dressing
  • 1 clove garlic optional for flavor boost
  • to taste teaspoon kosher salt enhances overall flavors

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • large pot
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, dill, mustard, and salt.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  3. Transfer cooked shrimp to a bowl of ice water for 3 minutes, then drain and chop.
  4. Slice cucumber and chop green onions while shrimp chill.
  5. Combine chopped shrimp, cucumber, and green onions in a bowl. Add dressing and fold gently.
  6. Serve immediately in lettuce wraps or on its own, optionally garnish with dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. Keep cucumbers separate until serving.

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