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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Cucumber Shrimp Salad

A refreshingly crisp and creamy shrimp salad featuring bite-sized shrimp, crunchy cucumbers, green onions, and fresh dill, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 349

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 2 pounds shrimp peeled and deveined
Vegetables
  • 1 English cucumber cucumber small diced
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
Creamy Lime Dressing
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 large lime lime zested and juiced (about 2 teaspoons zest and 2 tablespoons juice)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest and juice, chopped dill, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside or refrigerate.
  2. Cook the shrimp: Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Do not overcook.
  3. Chill the shrimp: While the shrimp are cooking, prepare an ice water bath in a large bowl. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp to the ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for about 3 minutes, then drain thoroughly in a colander.
  4. Prepare the shrimp: Once chilled and drained, chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced green onions.
  6. Dress the salad: Pour the prepared creamy lime dressing over the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Stir gently until everything is well combined and coated.
  7. Serve: Serve the cucumber shrimp salad immediately, or chill for later. It's delicious served in lettuce wraps, stuffed avocados, or as a sandwich filling.

Notes

For best results, use a good, juicy lime. If using smaller limes, you may need two. This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Due to the mayonnaise, do not leave it at room temperature for extended periods.