Old Bay Shrimp Salad
This Old Bay shrimp salad recipe is a creamy, delicious, and great cold sandwich to enjoy on a warm summer day. Loaded with fresh crunchy vegetables, a creamy dressing, and plenty of Old Bay seasoning for that classic flavor.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 lb medium shrimp peeled, deveined, and cooked
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup celery finely diced
- 1 lemon juiced, about 2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley plus more for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Place the cooked shrimp on a plate. Pat dry with a paper towel until any excess moisture us removed from the shrimp. Chop the shrimp into small bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
- In another mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix well to combine.
- To the chopped shrimp, add the celery and pour the dressing over. Toss the salad well to combine, making sure each piece of shrimp is coated in the sauce.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Sprinkle with a pinch of Old Bay again before serving.
- Serve this salad over a bed of mixed greens, on toasted split-top buns, in lettuce cups, or in a wrap.
Notes
Additions and Substitutions
- Add 2 tablespoons of chopped red onion to the mix for a spicier flavor. You could also add sliced green onions to the salad or as a garnish.
- Instead of mayonnaise you can use sour cream or Miracle Whip.
- For a spicier version, add a little cayenne pepper, hot sauce, or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- For a brighter flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the shrimp salad dressing.
- If you don't have parsley, you can use fresh dill.
Nutrition
Calories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 16gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 183mgPotassium: 256mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 195IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 1mg
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