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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Cucumber Shrimp Salad

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Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly blends succulent shrimp with crisp cucumbers and a zesty lime dressing. Ideal for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as an elegant appetizer, this salad offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will impress your guests. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can easily customize the salad to suit your taste. Enjoy it on a bed of greens, in cucumber boats, or even as a sandwich filling for a satisfying meal any time of day.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

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
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice and zest, dill, mustard, garlic, and salt. Chill the dressing in the refrigerator.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink; then transfer to an ice water bath to cool.
  3. Once cooled, chop shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine chopped shrimp, diced cucumber, green onions, and chilled dressing. Mix gently until all ingredients are well coated.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 440mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg