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Cucumber Shrimp Salad: A Refreshing Recipe to Try!


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A refreshing and zesty salad featuring shrimp and cucumbers, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 large cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
  • 1/4 red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, chopped cucumbers, grape tomatoes, diced red onion, and parsley.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper until creamy and well-blended.
  3. Drizzle the yogurt dressing over the shrimp and vegetable blend, and gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
  4. Allow the medley to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
  5. Serve cold, optionally garnished with extra parsley for a fresh touch.

Notes

  • For an added crunch, toss in some diced bell peppers or radishes.
  • Swap out the Greek yogurt for sour cream for a different flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg