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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Cucumber Shrimp Salad: A Fresh Taste of Summer Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Cucumber Shrimp Salad perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound shrimp fresh or thawed frozen
  • 2 cups cucumbers seedless preferred
  • 3 stalks green onion sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest fresh
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon dill or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon mustard Dijon or yellow
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Skimmer
  • cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, dill, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl. Transfer cooked shrimp to the bath to halt cooking. Cool for about 3 minutes, then drain thoroughly.
  4. Chop the cooled shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, sliced green onion, and diced cucumber. Pour the prepared dressing over and gently stir to coat evenly.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Serve chilled, garnished with extra dill or lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; avoid freezing to maintain texture. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

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