Description
Enjoy a refreshing Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad featuring tender shrimp, crisp cucumbers, and a tangy Greek yogurt dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch or a cooling dinner during the summer. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it’s a delightful dish that will impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, sliced cucumbers, sliced red onion, and chopped fresh dill.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the shrimp and vegetables. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in lemon juice and herbs before mixing with the other ingredients.
You can customize the salad by adding ingredients like cherry tomatoes or avocados.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 210 kcal per serving
Keywords: cucumber salad, shrimp salad, creamy dressing, healthy lunch, summer salad, easy recipes, Greek yogurt salad, refreshing salad