Healthy Cucumber Shrimp Salad
A refreshing and light salad packed with shrimp, cucumbers, and a creamy yogurt dressing, perfect for summer days or picnics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cucumbers, diced
- 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley), chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by heating a medium-sized pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the shrimp and let them cook for about 2-3 minutes until they’re pink and opaque.
- While the shrimp are cooking, grab a mixing bowl and add the Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk them together until smooth and well-combined.
- Next, chop your cucumbers, green onions, and fresh herbs into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss together the cooked shrimp, diced cucumbers, green onion, and herbs. Pour in the yogurt dressing and gently fold everything until it’s coated evenly.
- Give your salad a taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Let it chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve in clear glass bowls to showcase the colors. Garnish with fresh herbs or a lime wedge. Pair with crusty bread or chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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