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Shrimp Salad Recipe

Delicious Shrimp Salad Recipe: 6 Variations for Every Taste

This shrimp salad recipe is a versatile dish that offers fresh flavors and numerous customization options, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Raw Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion minced
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Dill chopped
Optional Add-ins
  • 2 large Hard-boiled Eggs chopped
  • 1 medium Avocado diced
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or Cayenne, to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  2. Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to an ice water bath using a slotted spoon. Let them cool for 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled shrimp, diced celery, and minced red onion. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Cover the shrimp salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. After chilling, stir the shrimp salad gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. It’s best served fresh but can be made a day in advance to enhance flavors.

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