Here’s a Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad — light, refreshing, high-protein, and perfect for summer or a quick lunch 🥒🍤🥗
Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes (if shrimp not pre-cooked)
Servings: 2–3
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced avocado, paprika, or fresh parsley
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook shrimp
- If raw, boil or sauté shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Cool slightly.
- If pre-cooked, skip this step.
2️⃣ Prepare dressing
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3️⃣ Assemble salad
- Combine shrimp, cucumber, red onion, and dill.
- Toss with creamy dressing until evenly coated.
4️⃣ Serve
- Chill 10 minutes for best flavor.
- Garnish with avocado or extra herbs if desired.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx., serves 3)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Protein: 28 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Total Carbs: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Net Carbs: 4 g
✅ High-protein & low-carb
✅ Keto-friendly
✅ Light, refreshing, and satisfying
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra color
- Substitute avocado mayo for a richer, dairy-free dressing
- Serve in lettuce wraps for a handheld meal
- Add cucumber ribbons with a peeler for fancy presentation
