Fresh, crunchy, creamy, and protein-packed — perfect summer-style meal!
🧾 Description
This refreshing salad combines juicy shrimp with crisp cucumbers in a cool, tangy creamy dressing. It’s light but satisfying, high in protein, and perfect as a quick lunch or side dish. Think of it as a chilled seafood bowl that’s both healthy and indulgent 😋
🛒 Ingredients
🍤 Main
300–400g cooked shrimp (peeled & deveined)
2 large cucumbers (sliced thin or half-moons)
½ red onion (thinly sliced)
Fresh dill or parsley (optional)
🥣 Creamy Dressing
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove (minced)
Salt & black pepper
Optional: pinch of chili flakes 🌶️
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🍤 1. Prep the shrimp
Use pre-cooked shrimp or quickly boil fresh shrimp
Chill them in the fridge for a cold salad texture
🥒 2. Slice vegetables
Thinly slice cucumbers for crunch
Add red onion for sharpness
Toss lightly in a bowl
🥣 3. Make creamy dressing
Mix yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, mustard, and garlic
Season with salt and pepper
Stir until smooth and creamy
🥗 4. Combine everything
Add shrimp into vegetables
Pour dressing over salad
Gently toss until fully coated
❄️ 5. Chill & serve
Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes for best flavor
Serve cold for maximum freshness 😋
🔥 Flavor Profile
Creamy 🥣
Crisp 🥒
Fresh 🍋
Light but protein-rich 🍤
💪 Nutrition (approx. per serving)
Calories: 220–320 kcal
Protein: 25–30g 💪
Fat: 10–15g
Carbs: 6–10g
