Sensational Shrimp Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and flavorful Sensational Shrimp Spread, a perfect blend of tender cooked shrimp, tangy cream cheese, and zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe bursts with bold flavors from aromatic dill weed, smoky paprika, and a touch of garlic, creating a luxurious spread that pairs beautifully with crackers, fresh veggies, or even as a savory sandwich filling. Refrigerated to meld the flavors, this easy shrimp dip delivers a fresh and satisfying taste in every bite, with optional parsley for a pop of color. Perfect for parties, holidays, or casual gatherings, the Sensational Shrimp Spread is guaranteed to impress seafood lovers and snack enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp dill weed, dried
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Chop the cooked shrimp into small, bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the lemon juice, dill weed, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Gently fold in the chopped shrimp until fully incorporated, ensuring the shrimp is evenly dispersed throughout the spread.
Transfer the shrimp spread to a serving dish or bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve chilled alongside an assortment of crackers, fresh vegetables, or as a sandwich filling. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.3 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.3 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 771 mg | 257% | |
| Sodium | 1776 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 71.9 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 922 mg | 20% | |
*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.
