Holiday Shrimp Dip
Make your holiday gatherings unforgettable with this creamy, flavor-packed Holiday Shrimp Dip! Featuring a luscious blend of softened cream cheese and tangy mayonnaise, this quick and easy appetizer is studded with finely chopped cooked shrimp, zesty green onions, and a hint of garlic and paprika. A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavor, while optional hot sauce adds a subtle kick. Perfectly seasoned and topped with vibrant parsley, this chilled dip pairs beautifully with crackers, chips, or crisp raw veggies. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleasing addition to any festive spread. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or cozy family celebrations, this shrimp dip is sure to become a new holiday favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 package crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
Add the mayonnaise to the bowl and continue mixing until smooth and well combined.
Fold in the finely chopped cooked shrimp and green onions using a spatula to ensure even distribution.
Stir in the lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Transfer the shrimp dip to a serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle the top of the dip with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added flavor.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the shrimp dip chilled with your choice of crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 621 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 262 mg | 6% | |
*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.
