Description
A refreshing salad featuring cooked shrimp, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 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
- Prepare the Vegetables: Start by washing and thinly slicing the cucumbers and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado. Place all the vegetables in a large salad bowl.
- Add the Shrimp: Incorporate the cooked shrimp into the bowl of vegetables. Sprinkle the chopped fresh dill and parsley on top. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- Make the Creamy Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey until you achieve a smooth consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the creamy dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, feel free to garnish with additional fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of paprika on top before serving. For a plant-based version, substitute the mayonnaise and sour cream with vegan alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: shrimp salad, cucumber salad, creamy dressing, summer salad