Description
A cozy and refreshing shrimp salad that combines bright shrimp with crisp apples, a lemon-herb dressing, and toasted walnuts.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and tails removed (medium, cooled)
- 2 crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and diced
- 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or light mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Greens for serving (buttery lettuce or arugula)
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp and produce: Pat your shrimp dry and chop into bite-sized pieces if large. Dice apples, slice celery, chop onion, and toast walnuts in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl whisk together yogurt or mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, Dijon, honey, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust brightness with more lemon if needed.
- Toss gently: In a large bowl combine shrimp, apples, celery, red onion, and walnuts. Pour the dressing over the mixture and fold gently until everything is evenly coated. Stir in chopped dill or parsley.
- Chill to meld flavors: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to marry and the apples to mellow slightly without losing their crunch.
- Serve: Arrange the Upgraded Classic Shrimp Salad on a bed of greens, or spoon into cooled buttery brioche rolls for a seasonal sandwich.
Notes
Keep the apple and walnut textures intact, avoid sogginess by adding dressing just before serving, and chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American