Ingredients
– 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
– 2 medium cucumbers (diced)
– 1 bell pepper (diced)
– 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh dill (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a breeze with these simple steps:
1. Cook the Shrimp: In a pot of boiling salted water, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the shrimp cools, chop the cucumbers, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled shrimp, cucumbers, bell pepper, and red onion.
5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
6. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh dill on top for added flavor and presentation.
7. Chill (Optional): For best results, refrigerate the salad for 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
8. Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Following these steps will lead you to a delicious Cucumber Shrimp Salad that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 22g