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Shrimp and cucumber salad

4 servings

20 minutes

Shrimp and cucumber salad is a light and refreshing dish of Pan-Asian cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood with the crisp freshness of vegetables. Shrimp marinated in balsamic vinegar with sugar and salt acquire a light sweet-sour note that perfectly complements juicy cucumbers. The dressing made from mayonnaise, horseradish, and dill adds spiciness and aromatic depth to the flavor. This salad is ideal as a standalone light appetizer or as an accompaniment to main dishes. It can be served on a hot summer day or included in a festive dinner menu. Thanks to the freshness of the ingredients and balanced taste, it will appeal to lovers of exotic yet simple and elegant dishes.

Shrimp and cucumber salad
Energy value per serving
Calories
172.4kcal
Proteins
24.8grams
Fats
5.9grams
Carbohydrates
5grams
Ingredients
4servings
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Boil the shrimp and marinate in vinegar with sugar and salt.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Peeled shrimp: 500 g
    2. Balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
    3. Sugar: 0.5 teaspoon
    4. Salt:  to taste
  • 2

    Cut the cucumbers into strips.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Cucumbers: 3 pieces
  • 3

    Mix shrimp with cucumbers and dress with a sauce of mayonnaise, horseradish, and dill. Add salt and pepper.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Peeled shrimp: 500 g
    2. Cucumbers: 3 pieces
    3. Horseradish: 15 g
    4. Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
    5. Chopped dill: 50 g
    6. Salt:  to taste
    7. Ground black pepper:  to taste