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Fresh Cold Shrimp Salad Recipe with Zesty Old Bay Seasoning

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A quick, light, and refreshing cold shrimp salad featuring a bold hit of Old Bay seasoning, crunchy veggies, and a zingy dressing. Perfect for warm weather and busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika
  • Optional: a few dashes of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. If using frozen shrimp, thaw thoroughly in cold water and pat dry with paper towels (about 10 minutes).
  2. Finely dice the celery, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion and parsley (5-7 minutes).
  3. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and adjust seasoning as needed (3 minutes).
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine shrimp, chopped vegetables, and parsley. Pour dressing over and gently fold to coat shrimp evenly without breaking them (2-3 minutes).
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. Before serving, gently stir the salad and taste. Add extra lemon juice or Old Bay seasoning if desired (2 minutes).

Notes

If using raw shrimp, cook until pink and opaque (2-3 minutes) before chilling. Be cautious with salt as Old Bay seasoning contains salt. Chilling the salad enhances flavor. Optional toppings include toasted sliced almonds or crispy pita chips. Rinsing diced onions in cold water can reduce sharpness.

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