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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

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A quick, refreshing salad combining shrimp and cucumbers with a creamy lime dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds of shrimp, with shells removed and deveined
  • 1 English cucumber, diced into small pieces
  • 3 green onions, sliced thinly
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest (from 1 large lime)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 large lime)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Clean and devein the shrimp, then rinse them well.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a quick boil, then drop in the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they turn pink.
  3. Drain and rinse the shrimp under cold water to stop cooking.
  4. Dice the cucumber and slice the green onions.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, dill, Dijon, minced garlic, and kosher salt.
  6. Toss the cooled shrimp with cucumber and green onions.
  7. Add the dressing and mix gently to keep the shrimp intact.
  8. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  9. Adjust salt and lime to taste before serving.

Notes

Chill the salad for at least thirty minutes to let flavors blend. Serve cold on a bed of lettuce or on toasted bread.

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