Best 4 Shrimp Salad With Creamy Pepper Dressing Recipes

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Shrimp salad is a classic seafood dish that is often served as an appetizer or main course. It is made with cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, and various other ingredients, such as celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. Shrimp salad can be served on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or on top of crackers.

This article provides three different recipes for shrimp salad:

* **Classic Shrimp Salad:** This recipe is a basic shrimp salad made with mayonnaise, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. It is a simple and straightforward recipe that is perfect for beginners.
* **Creamy Pepper Shrimp Salad:** This recipe is a variation on the classic shrimp salad that adds a creamy pepper dressing. The dressing is made with mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. It gives the shrimp salad a slightly spicy and tangy flavor.
* **Avocado Shrimp Salad:** This recipe is a healthy and refreshing shrimp salad that is made with avocado, cucumber, and red onion. It is dressed with a light vinaigrette dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CILANTRO DRESSING



Shrimp Salad with Cilantro Dressing image

This pretty salad has such authentic flavor, you'll think you're sitting at a beachside cantina in Acapulco. -Heidi Hall, North St. Paul, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 to 2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes
1 small garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1 small garlic clove, minced
5 cups chopped hearts of romaine
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients until blended. In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, chili powder, salt and cumin; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat., In a bowl, combine romaine, corn, peas and red pepper; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Top with avocado and shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CREAMY AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Shrimp Salad With Creamy Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shrimp, oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, large head romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, orange bell pepper, lime, water, ripe avocado, full-fat greek yogurt, salt, black pepper

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons oil
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 ½ cups cherry tomato, halved
1 orange bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons lime, juiced
⅔ cup water
1 ripe avocado
½ cup full-fat greek yogurt
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium bowl, drizzle the shrimp with oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a roasting tray and spread into one even layer.
  • Roast for 6 minutes, until the shrimp have just turned pink.
  • For the dressing, place the lime juice, water, avocado, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and shrimp until well combined.
  • Transfer the salad to serving bowls and drizzle on the avocado dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CREAMY SHRIMP AND DILL SALAD



Creamy Shrimp and Dill Salad image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill
2 garlic cloves, smashed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound (26- to 30-count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
1 garlic clove, grated on a rasp or finely minced
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 cup diced seedless cucumber (about 1 large cucumber)
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
Grated zest of 1 lemon
2 teaspoons sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce, cut lengthwise into 4 wedges

Steps:

  • To cook the shrimp: Fill a large bowl with water and add plenty of ice. Set aside. Fill a large pot halfway with water. Add the 1/4 cup dill, the garlic, a nice pinch of salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer until the pot is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the shrimp and remove the pot from the heat. Stir, allowing the shrimp to cook until pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain the pot in a colander and pour the shrimp into the ice bath to cool.
  • To make the salad: In a large bowl, combine the dill, grated garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, yogurt, cucumber, onion, lemon zest, and sugar. Taste, and then season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Remove the shrimp from the ice bath, dry gently with a paper towel, and coarsely chop. Stir them into the dressing until combined.
  • Tear the first few layers from the center of each iceberg wedge (creating a "bowl" in the wedge) and put them on individual salad plates. Divide the shrimp salad among each plate, filling the lettuce "bowl" and letting the salad spill over onto the wedge. Garnish with chopped dill. Serve cold or at room temperature.

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH CREAMY JALAPENO DRESSING



Shrimp and Avocado Salad With Creamy Jalapeno Dressing image

To the seared shrimp, try replacing the white or black pepper with ground chile pepper, like chipotle or ancho.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup cilantro leaf
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded if desired
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt
white pepper or black pepper
1/2 lb medium uncooked peeled shrimp
10 cups mixed greens, torn into bite-size pieces
1/2 small red onion, halved, cut in slivers
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • For the dressing, mince the cilantro and jalapeno in a food processor or blender. Add the oil, mayonnaise, vinegar, honey and salt to taste; mix well.
  • For the salad, heat the oil in a medium skillet; add the cumin, salt and pepper to taste. Add shrimp; cook over high heat until cooked through, 3-5 minutes, flipping as necessary. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Mix salad greens and red onion in a serving bowl; toss with dressing. Arrange shrimp and avocado over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4, Fat 36.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 466.9, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 9.2

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp. Overcooked shrimp will become tough and rubbery.
  • Chop the shrimp into small pieces for a more even distribution in the salad.
  • Use a variety of peppers in the dressing for a more complex flavor. Red bell peppers, poblano peppers, and jalapeños are all good choices.
  • Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream in the dressing to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This shrimp salad with creamy pepper dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of shrimp, peppers, and creamy dressing is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this salad at home. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this shrimp salad a try.

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