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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Zesty Cucumber Shrimp Salad for a Refreshing Summer Bite

This Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a light and refreshing dish perfect for summer, featuring shrimp and cucumbers in a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound shrimp thawed if frozen
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 3 stalks green onion sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon dill or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, dill, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fill a medium pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  3. Prepare an ice bath. Transfer the cooked shrimp to the ice bath for 3 minutes to cool.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped shrimp, sliced green onions, and diced cucumbers. Pour the chilled dressing over and gently toss.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and chill for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Best served chilled.

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