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Healthy Cucumber Shrimp Salad

Healthy Cucumber Shrimp Salad: Your Light and Zesty Lunch

A refreshing Healthy Cucumber Shrimp Salad that combines shrimp, cucumbers, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a quick and light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Fresh Shrimp Peeled and deveined for best flavor
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Diced, adjust for desired texture
  • 1 cup Green Onions Chopped for mild flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Cilantro or parsley, customize as desired
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Or sour cream, for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Drizzle for enhanced flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add for spice if desired
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Extra Herbs Optional garnish before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, and chop the green onions. Add to a large bowl with fresh herbs.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add shrimp, and cook for 3-4 minutes until opaque and pink.
  4. Combine Shrimp and Salad: Add cooked shrimp to the bowl with cucumbers and green onions. Gently fold to combine.
  5. Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, then serve garnished with extra herbs or red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for best results. Chill the salad for enhanced flavors. Customize ingredients as desired.

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