Description

This classic Shrimp Salad recipe features tender, cooked shrimp tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing with a hint of Old Bay seasoning, fresh celery, and green onions. Perfectly chilled and versatile, it can be enjoyed as a sandwich, wrap, salad, or cold dip, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

Scale

Seafood

1 lb large shrimp (peeled, de-veined, and cooked)

Vegetables

1/3 cup celery, chopped (optional)
1 small bunch green onions, thinly sliced

Dressing

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
2 tsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

Prepare the shrimp: Cut the cooked shrimp in half or gently break them up a bit to create bite-sized pieces. Transfer the shrimp to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
Add the vegetables: Add the chopped celery (if using) and thinly sliced green onions to the shrimp. Toss everything together to distribute the vegetables evenly among the shrimp.
Make the dressing: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well combined.
Combine salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the shrimp mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure every piece of shrimp and vegetable is coated evenly.
Chill the salad: Cover the bowl tightly with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 5 hours to let the flavors meld and the salad chill.
Serve: Serve the shrimp salad cold on a bed of lettuce, as a wrap filling, on toasted bread for sandwiches, or chopped further and enjoyed as a creamy dip paired with buttery crackers.

Notes

Use cooked shrimp for convenience, either freshly cooked or pre-cooked frozen shrimp thawed.
Adjust the amount of Old Bay seasoning based on your taste preference.
Celery adds crunch but is optional if you prefer a smoother texture.
For a lighter option, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a low-fat dressing.
Chilling the salad enhances the flavor and helps it set.
Best consumed within 24 hours for freshness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: shrimp salad, seafood salad, Old Bay shrimp, creamy shrimp, chilled shrimp salad, easy shrimp recipe, summer salad