Mighty Good Shrimp Salad Recipes

THE BEST COLD SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1/2 tsp salt. Add shrimp and cook ~ 3-5 minutes or until done.
• Blanch shrimp in ice cold water to stop the cooking process and make them cooler to handle.
• Drain water and chop shrimp.
• Mix all ingredients, except shrimp, in a large bowl. Add chopped shrimp and stir.
• Add more mayonnaise, salt and pepper to taste. Toss in more horseradish if you like it spicier.
• Serve cold shrimp salad over lettuce greens, or with crackers, toasted bread, or as a sandwich. Happy Eating! Beckie

SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 5 quarts of water, 3 tablespoons salt, and the lemon to a boil in a large saucepan. Add half the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium. Cook uncovered for only 3 minutes or until the shrimp are barely cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon to a bowl of cold water. Bring the water back to a boil and repeat with the remaining shrimp. Let cool; then peel, and devein the shrimp.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, wine or vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and dill. Combine with the peeled shrimp. Add the red onion and celery and check the seasonings. Serve or cover and refrigerate for a few hours.

TEXAS SHRIMP AND RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Bring water to boil in large pot; add shrimp and return to boil.
• Reduce heat and simmer 3-5 minutes.
• Drain shrimp well and rinse with cold water. Cool shrimp; peel and devein.
• Combine shrimp, rice, beans, olives and onions; toss well.
• Combine salad dressing with seasonings; mix well.
• Pour over rice mix and chill.
• Serve over salad greens.

SUPER SIMPLE SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• In large bowl, mix shredded lettuce and scallions.
• Add shrimp and toss.
• Mix black pepper with mayo and stir into lettuce mixture, stirring gently to combine all.
• Refrigerate for 1/2 hour, stir again and serve.

FIERY SHRIMP SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water with 2 tablespoons salt and ¼ cup (60 ml) lime juice to a low boil over medium heat. Working in batches of about 6, poach the shrimp until they are firm, opaque, and have a 'C' shape but are not tightly curled. The internal temperature should read 145˚F (63˚C). Transfer the cooked shrimp to the refrigerator to cool completely.
• In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice, Fiery spice blend, Dijon, shallot, jalapeño, and chives.
• Toss cooled shrimp in the dressing to coat, then fold in the cucumber, mango, and avocado. Season with the remaining teaspoon of salt and the pepper.
• Serve the shrimp salad in the lettuce leaves. Garnish with chives, mango slices, and more Fiery spice blend, if desired. Serve cold.
• Enjoy!

SPECTACULAR SHRIMP SALAD MAIN DISH

Steps:

• Slice cucumber in quarters lengthwise; cut into thin pieces and place in a bowl. Add the shrimp, beans and parsley. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and lemon-pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve over lettuce if desired.