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April 9, 2019 By Sara 33 Comments

Shrimp Salad Recipe

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This shrimp salad is a blend of tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, dill and seasonings, all coated in a creamy dressing. An easy make-ahead lunch option that’s high in protein and easy to make!

I love a good shrimp dish, I can never turn down shrimp Alfredo or Mexican shrimp cocktail. This creamy shrimp salad is one of my favorite ways to enjoy shrimp, and it’s so simple that even my kids can make it.

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Shrimp salad with celery, red onion, dill and seasonings in a creamy dressing.

This classic shrimp salad is an easy recipe that should be part of every home cook’s repetoire. It’s quick to prepare, can easily be doubled for a crowd, and always gets rave reviews!

How to peel shrimp

This recipe calls for raw shrimp which are cooked in seasoned boiling water. I typically buy my raw shrimp with just the tail attached, but many shrimp also come still in the shell. If your shrimp have shells on them, you can easily remove them by pulling the main part of the shell off with your fingers, then removing the tail end of the shell. You may also need to devein your shrimp. If you see a dark line running across the top of the the shrimp, you can remove it by using a paring knife to cut a slit along the top of the shrimp, then use a knife or wooden skewer to remove the vein.

Cooked shrimp in a serving bowl.

How do you make shrimp salad?

This recipe is a combination of shrimp, celery, red onion, dill, mustard, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper. All the ingredients are tossed together, then you’re ready to eat! You can serve your shrimp salad immediately, or cover it and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

Shrimp, celery and red onion in a bowl.

Tips for shrimp salad

  • I use 31-40 count shrimp for this recipe because they’re bite sized. If you prefer, you can use larger shrimp, and serve them whole or cut into pieces.
  • I recommend making sure your red onion is finely chopped so that you don’t get large pieces in each bite. You can also use sliced green onions instead of red onion for a milder flavor.
  • It’s worth it to get fresh dill for this recipe, the flavor is superior to dried dill. If you need to use dried dill, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of dried for fresh.
  • You can use low fat mayonnaise if desired.

Shrimp, celery, red onion, dill, mustard and mayonnaise in a bowl.

WAYS TO SERVE SHRIMP SALAD

You can eat this shrimp salad as-is, or serve it in a variety of different presentations.

  • Lettuce: Spoon your salad into a romaine lettuce leaf.
  • Crackers: Serve your salad with a side of buttery crackers.
  • Sandwich: Add your shrimp salad to a toasted and buttered roll along with some green leaf lettuce.
  • Avocado: Spoon your shrimp into an avocado half.
  • Pasta: Add 8 ounces of cooked short pasta to make a pasta salad.
  • Cucumber: Spoon onto cucumber slices for an easy party snack.
  • Puff Pastry: Fill up cooked puff pastry shells with the salad.
  • Tomato: Hollow out a tomato and fill it with shrimp salad.

Creamy shrimp salad served over lettuce with crackers on the side.

Once you try this shrimp salad you’ll find yourself making it all the time! It’s one of my go-to options for a simple yet satisfying meal.

More great salad recipes

  • Cherry Tomato Salad
  • Watermelon Salad
  • Cucumber Feta Salad
  • Chopped Greek Salad
  • Mediterranean Farro Salad

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Shrimp salad with celery, red onion, dill and seasonings in a creamy dressing.
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Shrimp Salad

This shrimp salad is a blend of tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, dill and seasonings, all coated in a creamy dressing. An easy make-ahead lunch option that's high in protein and easy to make!
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Keyword seafood salad, shrimp salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 318kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 lemon quartered
  • 1/2 cup celery finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons red onion minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quartered lemon.
  • Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain the shrimp then pat dry.
  • Place the shrimp, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, mustard and dill in a bowl. Toss gently to coat.
  • Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 297mg | Sodium: 684mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 20.9mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 2.6mg

Filed Under: Salads Tagged With: Low Carb, Seafood, Shrimp

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Comments

  1. Mike says

    July 29, 2020 at 4:26 pm

    5 stars
    An easy, beautifully fresh salad. We serve it on a bed of lettuce and make it into a light meal.

    Reply
  2. andrea says

    June 14, 2020 at 11:38 am

    5 stars
    so good and easy! I used a Chipotle lime Mayo, so no added pepper; also no dill. really really good. thank you.

    Reply
  3. Nolan Lori says

    May 30, 2020 at 12:15 pm

    I made this for guests last night and we all loved it!! I have shared the recipe with my friend who said she is making it tomorrow! Love the celery in it for the crunch factor. I added a dash of chili flakes and a chopped up sweet pepper to mine.
    So good! Thank you for sharing!!

    Reply
  4. Elizabeth says

    January 13, 2020 at 11:54 am

    How long is this good in the fridge? I’m bariatric so I eat a couple ounces 3 times a day lol. Do you think it’ll be good for 48 hours?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 13, 2020 at 1:49 pm

      Yes that is fine!

      Reply
    • Charles Atwell says

      June 20, 2020 at 10:15 am

      As long as you do not let the shrimp salad set at room temperature to long. Keep it refrigerated and you will be fine! Bon Appétit

      Reply
  5. Mary Cazier says

    September 10, 2019 at 6:14 pm

    5 stars
    Made it just like the recipe ….put it on top of avocado halves…the family loved it…Thanks

    Reply
    • chicken says

      October 5, 2019 at 6:23 pm

      5 stars
      amazing

      Reply
  6. Trish says

    September 3, 2019 at 2:22 pm

    Can you use pre cooked frozen shrimp ? How much of a difference in taste would it be?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      September 3, 2019 at 8:52 pm

      You can, they just tend to be a bit tougher in texture than freshly cooked shrimp!

      Reply
  7. Abigail Davis says

    August 26, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    Made all ingredients tonight for a lunch tomorrow. Will toss just before serving. Added a tsp of Vietnamese chili garlic sauce to the mayo mix. If you like a little spice, this (or sriracha) adds a gentle kick. Plan to add chopped avocado & cilantro just before serving with a mix of chopped romaine, baby arugula and good old iceberg for the crunch. This is a super recipe–endlessly adaptable and easy to prep ahead. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lucy Geck says

      May 20, 2020 at 9:03 pm

      Ah…perfection!

      Reply
  8. Kathy says

    August 16, 2019 at 4:18 am

    5 stars
    I’m making your recipe. I love shrimp and this is going to be made into an appetizer that I will serve on taco scoops for a bachelorette party I am attending at an Airbnb apartment in Galena IL. It will be so much fun with this great shrimp recipe!

    Reply
  9. Valerie Harwood says

    June 26, 2019 at 9:09 am

    5 stars
    Hello Sara,
    Wanted to leave a comment about your Pin site. I absolutely love the way you have it set up where you can go straight to recipe or to print a recipe. That is a great option.

    The best part is getting to the Shrimp Salad recipe which is really good. So good that my daughters and I are making it for a big family celebration. 40 people. Yikes! No we will be fine.

    Valerie Harwood

    Reply
  10. Mardy Halk says

    May 28, 2019 at 3:21 pm

    Help! I picked up 2 cans of tiny shrimp by accident. I thought I’d grabbed crab. What can I do with these? Would they be good in this salad?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      May 28, 2019 at 3:58 pm

      That should work fine, just drain well and toss very gently so you don’t break up the shrimp!

      Reply
  11. Jacquelyn says

    April 21, 2019 at 7:29 pm

    5 stars
    I have been incorporating grilled shrimp into my meals as a substitute for the usual chicken, but I’ve ran out of different ways to try it! This sounds awesome; I am looking forward to making this for lunch tomorrow!

    Reply
  12. Krista says

    April 15, 2019 at 7:50 am

    This looks like a great lunch option! Sounds so refreshing!

    Reply
  13. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    April 14, 2019 at 12:02 am

    5 stars
    Looks delicious and so easy to make! This looks perfect!

    Reply
  14. Victoria says

    April 11, 2019 at 7:24 pm

    5 stars
    Made 5 times already, I surround with lettuce leaves and baguette slices.. no leftovers and people use my bread bits to clean the bowl. Hubbie hates mustard and mayo…. didn’t tell him… put a shake of curry powder as well. Yumbles!

    Reply
  15. Jordan Hansen says

    April 11, 2019 at 2:25 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness, this looks delicious! I would definitely want to try serving this shrimp salad in an avocado 🙂

    Reply
  16. Beth Pierce says

    April 11, 2019 at 8:57 am

    5 stars
    This looks like such a refreshing salad! Will make a great side for a spring picnic!

    Reply
  17. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    April 11, 2019 at 2:16 am

    5 stars
    Such an amazing salad!! I can’t wait to make this!

    Reply
  18. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    April 10, 2019 at 4:50 pm

    This is seriously getting me so excited for the summer. I would love some of this.

    Reply
  19. Steph says

    April 10, 2019 at 1:41 pm

    5 stars
    Such a great summer salad! Can’t wait to make this for a BBQ this weekend!

    Reply
  20. Jennifer says

    April 10, 2019 at 12:27 pm

    5 stars
    One of my favorite salad recipes to bring to a party!!! YUM!

    Reply
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