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Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad Recipe

Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad Recipe for a Fresh Summer Feast

A refreshing Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad recipe that's perfect for hot summer days, featuring succulent shrimp and crunchy cucumbers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 pound medium to large cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, and tail-free
  • 1 large cucumber fresh, firm variety like English cucumber
  • 1/4 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill
Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt Greek yogurt preferred
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise light or vegan mayo can be used
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the medium to large cooked shrimp, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and freshly chopped dill. Stir gently to ensure the ingredients are mixed thoroughly without breaking apart the shrimp.
  2. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the shrimp mixture, and using a spatula, gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Cover the salad mixture with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  5. Before serving, remove the salad from the refrigerator and give it a gentle stir. Garnish with additional fresh dill or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed cold. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing it as it affects the texture of cucumbers and dressing.

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