Creamy Shrimp Salad (Print Version)

Tender chilled shrimp folded with celery, red bell pepper, dill, lemon, and a creamy tangy dressing.

# Ingredients:

For the poached shrimp

01 - 1 lb (450 g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
02 - 2 quarts (1.9 L) water
03 - 1 lemon, halved
04 - 2 garlic cloves, smashed
05 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt
06 - 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
07 - 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning or Old Bay seasoning

For the creamy salad

08 - 1/3 cup (75 g) mayonnaise
09 - 1/4 cup (60 g) plain Greek yogurt
10 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
14 - 1/2 cup (55 g) finely diced celery
15 - 1/2 cup (75 g) finely diced red bell pepper
16 - 1/4 cup (35 g) finely diced red onion
17 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, plus more for serving
18 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
19 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
20 - Butter lettuce, toasted rolls, or crackers, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Add the water, lemon halves, garlic, kosher salt, peppercorns, and Cajun seasoning to a large pot. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
02 - Turn off the heat and immediately add the shrimp. Stir once, cover, and let sit for 2-3 minutes, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and firm.
03 - Transfer the shrimp to an ice bath or a chilled plate. Once cool, drain well and pat dry with paper towels. Chop very large shrimp into bite-size pieces.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
05 - Add the shrimp, celery, red bell pepper, and red onion to the dressing. Fold gently until everything is coated without breaking up the shrimp.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Taste, adjust salt or lemon, and serve cold in lettuce cups, rolls, or with crackers.

# Notes:

01 - Best served chilled after at least 30 minutes of resting.
02 - Use within 2 days for the best texture and flavor.
03 - Nutrition is estimated per serving without rolls or crackers.

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