Refreshing Shrimp Salad
This recipe for shrimp salad is a the perfect summer crowd pleaser! It’s served chilled making it perfect for a hot day. It’s delicious in buns, over a bed of crisp lettuce, or even plain on it’s own. If you happen to have any left it will keep well in the fridge for a few days for a later meal. Serve it with fresh watermelon and potato chips for a classic picnic style lunch!
Shrimp Salad Recipe Ingredients
2 lbs. medium shrimp, deveined, shells on Salt and black pepper 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice + 1 tsp lemon zest 3/4 cup diced celery 1/3 cup (heaping) diced red onion 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley 1 1/2 Tbsp minced fresh dill Paprika and/or cayenne pepper, to taste
What to Serve Shrimp Salad in
Lettuce leaves Small hoagie rolls Hot dog buns Bread slices Croissants
How to Cook Shrimp for Salad
How to Make Shrimp Salad
Storage
This shrimp salad should be kept in the fridge shortly after preparing. It should be stored in an airtight container. It will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Helpful Tips for the Best Shrimp Salad Recipe
Cook the shrimp in their shells for more flavor. Also don’t forget to salt the water. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp or it can be rubbery. It should just become opaque and pinkish. Cool the shrimp in ice water. Not only does this stop them from cooking further but makes for a more refreshing shrimp salad. Drain and dry shrimp well. Otherwise the dressing will be watered down and runny.
More Delicious Shrimp Recipes to Try
Ceviche Coconut Shrimp Grilled Shrimp Shrimp and Avocado Taco Salad Shrimp Stir Fry
