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A bowl of creamy Classic Shrimp Salad with fresh dill and lemon wedges

Classic Shrimp Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup mayonnais e
  • 1/2 cup celery , finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Drain shrimp immediately and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  4. Once cooled, pat the shrimp dry and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Fold in the diced celery and minced red onion.
  7. Add the shrimp to the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.