Shrimp in a Salad Sauce
Elevate your next meal with this refreshing and creamy "Shrimp in a Salad Sauce" recipe, perfect for seafood lovers looking for a light yet satisfying dish. Tender, perfectly poached shrimp are coated in a luscious blend of mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, all enhanced by aromatic fresh dill and a touch of garlic. The crunch of finely diced cucumber adds a delightful texture, while a quick chill melds the vibrant flavors together. This versatile dish can be served elegantly on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves or enjoyed on its own as a delightful appetizer or side. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy shrimp salad is a must-try for fans of seafood delicacies and healthy, flavor-packed recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 100 grams mayonnaise
- 100 grams Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 50 grams cucumber (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 milliliters water
- 10 pieces ice cubes
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves (for plating, optional)
Instructions
Fill a medium pot with 500 milliliters of water and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt and the peeled and deveined shrimp to the boiling water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process. Let the shrimp cool for 2 minutes, then drain and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, dijon mustard, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the finely diced cucumber to the sauce and stir well.
Gently fold the shrimp into the salad sauce, ensuring they are well coated.
Refrigerate the dish for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the shrimp salad on a bed of lettuce leaves or as a standalone dish. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.2 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1078 mg | 359% | |
| Sodium | 2563 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 129.5 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1802 mg | 38% | |
*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.
