Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Salad

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

🦐 Shrimp

• 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper (to taste)
• Juice of ½ lemon

🥗 Salad Base

• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• ½ cup red bell pepper (diced)
• ½ cup celery (finely chopped)
• ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tbsp fresh dill (optional but recommended)

🥣 Creamy Dressing

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 small garlic clove (minced)
• Salt & pepper (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Shrimp

• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Add garlic and sauté for 20–30 seconds.
• Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
• Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp and let cool completely.

2. Prepare the Veggies

• Dice cucumber, bell pepper, celery, and onion.
• Add to a large mixing bowl with parsley and dill.

3. Make the Dressing

• In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Assemble the Salad

• Add cooled shrimp to the veggie bowl.
• Pour dressing over everything.
• Gently toss until evenly coated.

5. Chill & Serve

• Refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes (best flavor!).
• Garnish with extra herbs and a squeeze of lemon before serving.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve in lettuce wraps 🥬
• Spoon over avocado halves 🥑
• Enjoy with crackers or toast
• Great for meal prep lunches

🔥 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)

• Calories: 260–300
• Protein: 28g
• Carbs: 6–8g
• Fat: 14–16g
• Fiber: 1–2g

👉 Low-carb, high-protein, and very filling!

 Q&A / Tips

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes! Just thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.

Q: Can I make it ahead?
Absolutely—tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge. Best within 2 days.

Q: Can I skip mayo?
Yes—replace with more Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

Q: How do I keep it from getting watery?
Remove seeds from cucumber and pat veggies dry before mixing.

Q: Can I add extras?
Yes! Try:

• Avocado
• Boiled eggs
• Corn
• Pasta (to turn it into shrimp pasta salad)

Q: Is it good for weight loss?
Yes—high protein keeps you full, and it’s naturally low in carbs.

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