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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A refreshing salad combining tender shrimp and crisp cucumbers, perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds of shrimp, shell removed and deveined
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • β…“ cup of mayonnaise
  • β…“ cup of sour cream
  • 1 large lime, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • ΒΌ teaspoon of kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Boil the shrimp: In a large pot, bring water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  2. Cool down: Drain the shrimp using a colander and rinse under cold water.
  3. Prep the vegetables: Slice the cucumber and green onions thinly.
  4. Make the dressing: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and kosher salt in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  5. Combine and toss: In a large bowl, add cooled shrimp, cucumbers, green onions, and dill. Toss with the dressing until well coated.
  6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad can be made a day ahead for enhanced flavors. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent a rubbery texture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg