New York Deli Shrimp Salad
A light and refreshing shrimp salad inspired by the classic delis of Manhattan, perfect for summer meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, pre-cooked and deveined
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 stalks celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 cup cucumber, finely diced, 1/2 cup red onion or bell pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the cold shrimp under running water, pat dry with paper towels, and cut into uniform-sized pieces.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, diced celery, and chopped chives until well combined.
- Fold in the shrimp, being careful not to break them apart.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve on toasted rye bread for a classic deli sandwich experience.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Consider adding garnishes like extra chives or lemon slices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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