Cucumber Shrimp Salad
This Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a delightful blend of tender shrimp, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty lime dressing that delivers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a summer barbecue or a light dinner, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 English cucumber (small diced)
- 3 green onions (thinly sliced)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 large lime (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest and juice, dill, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Set aside.
- Boil water in a large pot. Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and cooked through.
- Prepare an ice water bath. Transfer the shrimp using a skimmer and cool for about 3 minutes before draining.
- Chop the cooled shrimp into bite-sized pieces. In the mixing bowl, combine shrimp with diced cucumber, green onion, and dressing until well mixed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Find it online: https://tastyforkkitchen.com/cucumber-shrimp-salad/