German Shrimp Salad Over Greens
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and tangy German Shrimp Salad Over Greens, a perfect fusion of bold European flavors and crisp freshness. Succulent, perfectly cooked shrimp are tossed with a creamy dressing made from German mustard, mayonnaise, and a splash of lemon juice, then accented with the briny notes of capers and cornichons. Fresh dill and red onion add herbaceous brightness and a subtle crunch, while a bed of mixed greens—arugula, spinach, and lettuce—provides the perfect refreshing base. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook dish is ideal for a light lunch, elegant appetizer, or quick dinner. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread or enjoy it as is for a low-carb, gluten-free option. With its irresistible blend of textures and flavors, this shrimp salad guarantees to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Shrimp (peeled and deveined, cooked)
- 200 g Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and lettuce)
- 0.5 whole Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill (chopped)
- 3 whole Small pickles (cornichons, finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Capers (rinsed and drained)
- 3 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp German mustard (spicy or Dijon-style)
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp White wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, chopped pickles, capers, and chopped dill. Mix gently to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, German mustard, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the shrimp mixture and gently toss until the shrimp is well coated. Set aside to let the flavors meld for about 10 minutes.
Prepare a large serving platter or individual plates with a base of mixed salad greens.
Scatter the thinly sliced red onion evenly over the greens.
Top the greens with the shrimp salad mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprig of fresh dill or a slice of lemon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 533 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 2430 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.4 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1647 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
