Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad
Indulge in the delightful flavors of shrimp and cucumber with this creamy and refreshing salad. Perfect for a light summer meal or as a side dish, this salad is a blend of succulent shrimp and crisp cucumber slices dressed in a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pounds cooked shrimp, chilled
- 2 cups sliced cucumber
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill or chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Celery and/or red onion for added crunch
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth. Stir in chopped dill or chives, salt, pepper, and optional celery/red onion.
- Add chilled shrimp and sliced cucumber to the dressing. Gently toss to coat evenly.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Serve chilled on a platter, garnished with additional dill or chives.
Notes
For extra freshness, squeeze additional lemon juice over the salad before serving.