Old Bay Shrimp Salad

Elevate your summer dining with this zesty and creamy Old Bay Shrimp Salad, a quick and easy recipe that's bursting with fresh, coastal flavors. Tender, perfectly cooked shrimp are seasoned with the iconic Old Bay seasoning and tossed with crisp celery, tangy red onion, and a luscious mayonnaise-based dressing brightened with freshly squeezed lemon juice. A touch of fresh parsley adds herbaceous notes, while a hint of black pepper and salt rounds out the flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes (with time included for a quick chill!), this versatile shrimp salad is perfect served over a bed of mixed greens, scooped into a sandwich, or paired with crackers for a satisfying appetizer. Packed with protein and vibrant textures, this recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers craving a taste of summer.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined, medium-size)
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
• 2 stalks Celery (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning to the water.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.

Step 3

Drain the shrimp and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Once cooled, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and chop them into bite-sized pieces if desired.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine diced celery, red onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the shrimp to the bowl and gently toss until evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp salad chilled on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, as a sandwich filling, or with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	781.1 grams (781.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1363

Total Fat 87.80g	113%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 977mg	326%
Sodium 2940mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 36.10g	13%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 4.90g
Protein 109.10g	218%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1662mg	35%

*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: 57.6%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 10.5%