Shrimp Salad Zesty Dressing (Printable)

Succulent shrimp tossed with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing, chilled to perfection.

# What's Needed:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb 2 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Salad Vegetables

02 - 1 cup celery, finely sliced
03 - 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
04 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
05 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

→ Dressing

07 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
08 - 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
09 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
10 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
11 - 1 tsp lemon zest
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque throughout. Drain immediately and rinse under cold running water. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked shrimp, sliced celery, diced red onion, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh dill. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the dressing over the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Fold gently with a large spoon until all ingredients are evenly coated without crushing the shrimp.
05 - Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve on a bed of leafy greens or alongside crusty bread if desired.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • The Greek yogurt trick keeps the dressing creamy without feeling heavy on a hot day
  • It comes together faster than you can set the table
02 -
  • Overcooking shrimp by even thirty seconds turns them into rubber bands, so set a timer and do not walk away
  • The salad tastes noticeably better after resting, so resist the urge to serve it immediately
03 -
  • Pat the cooked shrimp completely dry before mixing or the dressing will turn thin and watery
  • Let the dressing sit for five minutes before tossing so the lemon zest can bloom into the mayo

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