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Refreshing Cucumber Shrimp Salad That Sings Summer Flavors

A light and flavorful Cucumber Shrimp Salad perfect for summer, featuring fresh ingredients like cucumbers, shrimp, and avocado.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Fresh and crunchy
  • 1 pound Shrimp Cooked and peeled
  • 1 large Avocado Creamy and rich
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Sweet and juicy
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil over high heat. Add the cooked shrimp and let them simmer for 2-3 minutes just to heat through. Once warm, drain the shrimp and place them in a large mixing bowl. Allow the shrimp to cool slightly while you prepare the other ingredients.
  2. While the shrimp cools, wash and slice the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Cut the cucumbers into half-moons and the cherry tomatoes into quarters for vibrant bite-sized pieces. Transfer all your chopped veggies into the mixing bowl with the shrimp.
  3. Carefully cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into the bowl with the other ingredients. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces and gently mix it with the other ingredients.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until emulsified, about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour the dressing over the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld beautifully. Serve chilled on a platter or in individual bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest cucumbers and shrimp for best results. Chill time helps the flavors meld beautifully.

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