Creamy Shrimp Salad on Romaine

Dive into the fresh, vibrant flavors of this Creamy Shrimp Salad on Romaine—an easy-to-make dish perfect for light lunches or elegant appetizers. Succulent shrimp, lightly cooked to perfection, are tossed in a luscious dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, all brightened with aromatic dill. Crunchy celery and red onion add texture, while crisp romaine lettuce provides the perfect edible serving vessel. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-fuss shrimp salad is as nutritious as it is delicious, offering a creamy yet refreshing bite with every serving. Garnish with a hint of paprika and enjoy this protein-packed recipe that's both keto-friendly and gluten-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
• 0.5 cup Celery, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 6 large Romaine lettuce leaves
• 0.25 tsp Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Pat shrimp dry and chop into bite-sized pieces if desired.

Step 2

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped dill. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 3

3. Add the cooked shrimp, celery, and red onion to the dressing. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 4

4. Arrange large romaine lettuce leaves on individual serving plates or a platter.

Step 5

5. Scoop generous portions of the shrimp salad onto each romaine leaf.

Step 6

6. Sprinkle with paprika for garnish, if desired.

Step 7

7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to two hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(859.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1556.9

Total Fat 105.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 976.9mg	0%
Sodium 3604.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 114.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 438.2mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 1720.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.9%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 9.6%