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A bright bowl of cucumber shrimp salad with red onions and fresh dill
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Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add shrimp, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  • Drain shrimp immediately and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process; once chilled, drain and pat dry.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chilled shrimp.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the shrimp and cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  • Garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to enhance flavors.