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Shrimp Salad Recipe

Author: Zaina Hill
A refreshing and quick shrimp salad with crisp veggies perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • 0.5 cup celery, finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons red onion, minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1.5 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quartered lemon to extract its citrus flavor into the water.
  • Add the shrimp to the boiling pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are pink and opaque.
  • Transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking and preserve their tender texture. Drain the shrimp and pat them dry.
  • In a bowl, combine the shrimp, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, mustard, and dill. Mix well.
  • Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for later.

Notes

  • For optimal flavor, prepare the salad a few hours in advance.
  • Make sure to dry shrimp and vegetables to avoid a watery salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Keyword Shrimp Salad
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