Shrimp and Cucumber Salad with Horseradish Mayo
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, this Shrimp and Cucumber Salad with Horseradish Mayo is the perfect balance of fresh and bold flavors. Tender shrimp and crisp cucumber slices are tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, zesty horseradish, and vibrant lemon juice, all elevated by the aromatic touch of fresh dill. Served over a bed of mixed greens, this salad is as light and refreshing as it is satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an effortless dish ideal for a quick lunch, a dinner side, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Perfect for seafood lovers and those seeking a unique twist on classic shrimp salad, this recipe is sure to make your taste buds tingle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined, cooked)
- 1 large Cucumber
- 120 grams Mayonnaise
- 1.5 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 1.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 150 grams Mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. If the shrimp are large, cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, chopped dill, salt, black pepper, and olive oil to create the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp and cucumber slices. Pour the horseradish mayo dressing over the mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Prepare a serving platter or individual plates with a bed of mixed greens or lettuce.
Spoon the shrimp and cucumber mixture over the greens.
Optional: Garnish with additional chopped dill or a wedge of lemon for extra freshness.
Serve immediately as a light meal or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 640 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.9 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 516 mg | 11% | |
*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.
