🥒 Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad (Mediterranean Style)
This Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad is fresh, zesty, and wonderfully satisfying. Juicy shrimp are paired with crisp cucumbers and tossed in a tangy yogurt-based dressing with lemon, garlic, and herbs. It’s cool and creamy without feeling heavy—ideal for lunches, light dinners, or elegant entertaining.
🛒 Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt & black pepper, to taste
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced (English or Persian preferred)
¼ cup red onion, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Creamy Lemon Dressing
¾ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 small clove garlic, grated
Salt & black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Cook the shrimp
Toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Sauté in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Let cool slightly, then chop or leave whole.Prep the vegetables
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and red onion.Make the dressing
In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.Assemble the salad
Add shrimp to the cucumbers. Pour dressing over and toss gently.Finish & chill
Stir in dill and parsley. Chill 15–20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
🌿 Serving Ideas
Serve over mixed greens or arugula
Spoon into lettuce cups or pita pockets
Enjoy with crusty bread or flatbread
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes—just thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.
Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
A: Yes, but for best texture, add dressing shortly before serving.
Q: Is this salad healthy?
A: Absolutely—high in protein, low in carbs, and rich in healthy fats.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Swap Greek yogurt for a dairy-free yogurt or a light olive-oil vinaigrette.
Q: What makes it Mediterranean-style?
A: Olive oil, yogurt, lemon, fresh herbs, seafood, and simple preparation are Mediterranean staples.
