Description
This Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a refreshing and light dish perfect for a summer meal. The combination of tender shrimp, crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and zesty dressing creates a flavorful and satisfying salad.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Salad:
- 1 pound cooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chilled)
- 2 large cucumbers (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cucumbers, red onion, avocado, shrimp, and dill.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Toss: Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad cold.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding sliced radishes or chopped celery.
- For a creamier texture, mix the dressing with a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
