🥒🦐 Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad (Mediterranean Style)

A refreshing, creamy, herb-packed shrimp salad perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep!

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⭐ Ingredients

For the Salad

• 400–500g cooked shrimp (peeled & deveined)

• 2 large cucumbers (diced or sliced)

• 1–2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 1 green onion, finely sliced (optional)

• Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Creamy Mediterranean Dressing

• ½ cup Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional — you can use all yogurt for lighter)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1–2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

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🥗 Instructions

1. Prepare the shrimp

   • If using raw shrimp, boil or sauté until pink (2–3 minutes). Let them cool completely.

   • If pre-cooked, simply thaw and pat dry.

2. Prep the vegetables

   • Dice the cucumbers into medium pieces. Keep or remove the seeds as you prefer.

   • Add chopped dill, parsley, and green onion.

3. Make the dressing

   • In a bowl, whisk together:
     Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, mayonnaise (optional), Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.

4. Combine everything

   • Add shrimp + cucumbers to a large bowl.

   • Pour the dressing over and toss gently until well coated.

5. Chill & serve

   • Refrigerate 20–30 minutes for best flavor.

   • Serve cold.

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💡 Tips

• Add cherry tomatoes or avocado for variation.

• Use low-fat Greek yogurt for a healthier version.

• Add a pinch of paprika or chili flakes for spice.

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🍽️ Mediterranean Pairing Ideas

• Serve with whole-grain pita

• Pair with quinoa or bulgur

• Add mixed greens for a full salad bowl