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Shrimp Salad

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A light and refreshing shrimp salad that's perfect for warm weather, packed with protein and versatile enough to serve as a main dish or side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined Opt for fresh shrimp if available for better taste.
  • 1 piece lemon, quartered Added to boiling water for flavor.
For the salad
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons red onion, minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Consider using Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped Plus more for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the quartered lemon.
  2. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and opaque.
  3. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain the shrimp, then pat dry.
  4. In a bowl, combine the shrimp, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, mustard, and dill. Toss gently to coat.
Serving
  1. Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve, or cover and refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Shrimp salad can be enjoyed on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer with crackers. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Freeze shrimp before adding other ingredients for long-term storage.
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