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Shrimp Salad with Old Bay and Dill Recipe

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This Shrimp Salad with Old Bay and Mayonnaise is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for a light lunch or appetizer. Featuring tender boiled shrimp tossed in a zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, dill, and a hint of Old Bay seasoning, this salad combines crisp celery and red onion for a delightful crunch. It’s easy to prepare, served chilled, and ideal for warm-weather meals or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Shrimp and Vegetables

  • 2 lbs Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails off)
  • 1/4 cup Finely chopped red onion
  • 2 Celery stalks (finely chopped)

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (can substitute with 1/2 cup Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

Garnish

  • Fresh chopped dill

Instructions

  1. Boil the shrimp. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through.
  2. Prepare the dressing. While waiting for the water to boil, mix mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Old Bay seasoning in a small bowl. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
  3. Make an ice bath. In a large bowl, add cold water along with several handfuls of ice cubes to create an ice bath. This will be used to stop the shrimp from cooking further.
  4. Cool the shrimp. Once cooked, immediately transfer the shrimp to the ice bath to halt the cooking process. Let them cool completely, then drain thoroughly.
  5. Combine ingredients. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the cooled shrimp with the finely chopped red onion, celery, and prepared dressing. Stir gently to evenly coat all ingredients with the dressing.
  6. Garnish and serve. Sprinkle fresh chopped dill on top as a garnish. Serve the shrimp salad chilled, either on lettuce leaves or on its own for a refreshing, light meal.

Notes

  • To make the salad lighter and tangier, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for the dressing.
  • Ensure shrimp are not overcooked; boiling for just 1-2 minutes keeps them tender and juicy.
  • Old Bay seasoning adds a classic seafood flavor, but can be adjusted based on preference.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for best freshness.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/shrimp-salad-with-old-bay-and-dill-recipe/