Description
A delicious and refreshing shrimp salad perfect for any occasion. Packed with flavor and protein, it’s a great light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 2 ribs Celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 1½ tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, optional
- ½ teaspoon Salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Parsley or capers, optional
Instructions
- Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a gentle simmer. Optionally add a pinch of salt and aromatics like lemon slices or a bay leaf.
- Add the raw shrimp and poach for 2–3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Transfer the shrimp to an ice water bath immediately. Chill for 5–7 minutes, then drain and pat dry. Chop into bite-sized pieces if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dill, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Add the shrimp, diced celery, and red onion to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This shrimp salad can be served on its own or on a bed of greens. It pairs well with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg