Easy Shrimp Salad Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (cooked)
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (for boiling water)
• 1/2 lemon, squeezed into boiling water
• 3 stalks celery, finely diced
• 3 green onions, sliced thin
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Pinch of paprika for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add Old Bay and squeezed lemon half. Cook shrimp 2 to 3 minutes until pink and curled. Drain and spread on a plate to cool completely.

2. 2

   Once shrimp are fully cooled, roughly chop each into 2 to 3 pieces.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.

4. 4

   Add chopped shrimp, celery, green onions, dill, and parsley to the bowl. Fold gently until everything is evenly coated.

5. 5

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. Dust with paprika and serve cold.