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Shrimp Salad

Shrimp Salad
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A refreshing shrimp salad that combines cooked shrimp with a creamy dressing and is perfect for serving on croissants or lettuce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 12-ounce bags of frozen shrimp cooked, tail off, peeled and deveined
  • 2 ½ Tablespoons red onion finely chopped
  • 1 celery rib finely chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 Tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh dill chopped, divided
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Croissants and/or large butterhead lettuce leaves for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Remove the shrimp from their package and pour into a medium-size bowl and cover in cool water. Change out the water every 30 minutes until the shrimp is thawed. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  2. In a separate large bowl, add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk until fully combined.
  3. Add the chilled shrimp to the dressing and toss to coat.
  4. Serve on croissants or butterhead lettuce leaves.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh dill.
  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter version.
  • This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving.

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