Description
A light and refreshing shrimp salad made with tender shrimp, crunchy celery, red onion, and a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a healthy meal on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, cooked)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup celery, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (or parsley)
- ¼ tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using raw shrimp, boil in salted water for 2-3 minutes until pink. Drain, cool, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Add shrimp, red onion, celery, and fresh dill. Gently mix until everything is well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Serve chilled over lettuce, in a sandwich, or with crackers.
Notes
- Swap mayonnaise for Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess.
- Best served chilled for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American