Best 6 Shrimp Salad For Sandwiches Recipes

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Shrimp salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a sandwich filling, salad, or appetizer. It is made with cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings. Variations of shrimp salad may also include hard-boiled eggs, avocado, or chopped pickles. This article provides three delicious shrimp salad recipes: a classic shrimp salad, a creamy shrimp salad, and a spicy shrimp salad. The classic shrimp salad is a simple and straightforward recipe that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The creamy shrimp salad is made with avocado and sour cream for a rich and creamy flavor. The spicy shrimp salad is made with a combination of Sriracha sauce, chili powder, and cayenne pepper for a flavorful kick. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY SHRIMP SALAD RECIPE



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Making restaurant-style shrimp salad isn't difficult. It's about choosing the right shrimp and cooking them properly. You'll amaze your friends and family with delicious shrimp salad

Provided by Chef Dennis Littley

Categories     sandwich

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon Old Bay (to season the water)
1 pound raw shell on shrimp (26-30 size cooked, peeled and deveined)
2 stalks celery (small dice)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1-2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • thaw shrimp in cold running water
  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, then add 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning
  • Add thawed shrimp to boiling water and cook until the water returns to a boil, no longer than 5-6 minutes.
  • Drain the water from the pan and cover the shrimp with ice. Let the shrimp cool down in the ice for 15 minutes, then remove from the ice. Place the cooled shrimp in the refrigerator to continue to chill for one hour (or overnight)
  • Peel and devein the shrimp. Then rough chop the shrimp leaving them in big pieces.
  • Mix the ingredients together in a medium sized bowl. Mix well, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Serve with your favorite bread or roll, on a salad, or simply by itself.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 294 mg, Sodium 1001 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP SALAD SANDWICH



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Shrimp Salad Sandwich is an easy, creamy shrimp salad that makes a great sandwich.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb cooked peeled and de-veined shrimp
3 hard-boiled finely chopped eggs
3 stalks minced celery
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 dash onion salt
seasoning salt
celery salt
8 slices your choice toasted bread
lettuce
tomato

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in a food processor and pulse until finely minced. Transfer shrimp to a bowl and add eggs, celery and mayonnaise; mix well. Add seasonings, to taste, and stir to combine. Spread additional mayonnaise on both sides of bread. Heap shrimp salad onto bread and then cut sandwiches in half. Serve with lettuce and tomato, if desired.

SHRIMP SALAD TEA SANDWICHES



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Using sprouts in these flavorful sandwiches will add color and crunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Yield Makes 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cooked medium shrimp (about 8 ounces), finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup mayonnaise
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
24 thin slices white bread
3 ounces sprouts (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, parsley, lemon juice, zest, Worcestershire, and mayonnaise. Stir to thoroughly combine; season with salt and pepper.
  • Thinly spread butter on two bread slices. Cover one with shrimp salad and sprouts, if using; top with other bread slice. Use a serrated knife to trim crusts and cut into two triangles; cut in half again to make four small triangles. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Cover with damp paper towels until ready to serve.

SHRIMP SALAD FOR SANDWICHES



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I took a spin on one of the tuna salad recipes and came up with this. Great for a sandwich or serve on crackers as an hors d'oeuvre. I recommend using Gulf shrimp.

Provided by kapes13

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup cooked shrimp
½ red bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine shrimp, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until well blended.
  • Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 98.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 266.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

MINI SPICY SHRIMP SALAD SANDWICHES



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound (16-20 count) large shrimp, shelled and deveined
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 shallot, minced
1 stalk celery, minced
1 jalapeno, minced
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Pinch cayenne
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Sweet Onion Jam, recipe follows
when ready to serve.
2 red onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup sugar
Pinch salt
Pinch pepper
In a medium saucepan, add the onions, vinegar, wine, sugar and salt and pepper. Cook over low heat until reduced by half. The liquid will become syrupy. Stir in the lemon juice and season with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Steps:

  • 12 mini soft dinner rolls, toasted
  • In a saute pan, over medium heat, add the olive oil. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes on each side. Put in the refrigerator to chill down.
  • In a large bowl, mix the remaining ingredients and set aside. Once the shrimp are cool, cut into pieces and add to the mayonnaise sauce. Cover and refrigerate to chill. Put equal amounts of shrimp salad on the rolls and top with Sweet Onion Jam.

SHRIMP SALAD SANDWICH (PAULA DEEN)



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Make and share this Shrimp Salad Sandwich (Paula Deen) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and de-veined
3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
3 celery ribs, minced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 dash onion salt
salt and pepper
1 dash seasoning salt
1 dash celery salt
8 slices your choice bread, toasted
lettuce
tomatoes, slices

Steps:

  • Cut shrimp up and transfer to a bowl.
  • Add eggs, celery, and mayonnaise and mix well.
  • Add seasonings, to taste, and stir to combine.
  • Spread additional mayonnaise on both sides of bread.
  • Heap shrimp salad onto bread and then cut sandwiches in half.
  • Serve with lettuce and tomato, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.5, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 386.6, Sodium 1608.2, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 5, Protein 34.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp, as this will make them tough.
  • Chop the shrimp into small pieces to make them easier to eat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your shrimp salad for added flavor and texture.
  • Add a flavorful dressing to your shrimp salad, such as a mayonnaise-based dressing, a vinaigrette, or a Greek yogurt dressing.
  • Serve your shrimp salad on a bed of lettuce, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

Shrimp salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It is a great option for a light lunch or dinner, and it is also perfect for picnics or potlucks. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a shrimp salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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