Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of this Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad, a perfect dish for summer picnics or light weeknight dinners. This salad combines succulent shrimp with crisp cucumbers, ripe cherry tomatoes, and creamy dressing, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. With its vibrant colors and zesty dressing made from mayo and herbs, it’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side, this versatile salad can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences. Ideal for gatherings or casual meals alike, each serving is a delicious blend of freshness and protein that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables: slice cucumbers and red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice avocado.
- In a large bowl, combine the prepared vegetables with the cooked shrimp.
- For the dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg