Description
Indulge in our ultimate Shrimp Salad Recipe, where creamy textures meet crunchy vegetables for a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This versatile salad can be served as a light lunch, a side at your summer gatherings, or an elegant appetizer. Ready in just 30 minutes, it features succulent shrimp combined with fresh celery and zesty dressing made from lemon, garlic, and dill. Each bite offers a delightful flavor experience that will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup celery (finely diced)
- 1/2 red onion (finely minced)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Fresh dill
Instructions
- Boil a medium pot of salted water with quartered lemon.
- Cook the shrimp in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque, then transfer to ice water to cool.
- In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, garlic, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dill, salt, and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine chilled shrimp with celery and red onion. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 140mg