Old Bay Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Greens

Name: Old Bay Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: Shrimp; Mayonnaise; Celery; Old Bay; Lemon; Lettuce; Purple cabbage; Tomatoes; Cucumber; Radish; Salt (or to taste); Pepper (or to taste)

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Do you love a good shrimp salad? This Old Bay Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Greens is nutritious and delicious. The fresh seafood flavor combined with the veggies and gorgeous greens makes it a healthy go-to lunch for any day of the week.

Old Bay Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Greens in large salad bowl

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Ingredients

Shrimp
Mayonnaise
Celery
Old Bay
Lemon -
Lettuce - Romaine lettuce was used in this recipe.
Purple cabbage
Tomatoes
Cucumber
Radish
Salt
Pepper

Dressing

Note: Refer to the recipe card below for exact quantities.

Instructions

Step One: Prepare the Dressing

There are several ways to prepare homemade salad dressings:

1). Use a bowl to whisk or stir the ingredients together.
2). Put all of your ingredients in a mason jar with a lid, then give it a little shake.
3). Use a stick blender to blend the salad dressing ingredients together. This is helpful if the dressing includes a garlic clove or anchovies.
4). Use an oil and vinegar dispenser with your favorite extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar to drizzle on salads as needed.

Homemade salad dressings are easy to make if you keep some essential ingredients on hand. See our Top 10 Favorite Salad Dressing Recipes for the dressings we love the most.

Step Two: Prepare the Protein

To prepare the Old Bay shrimp salad, first, cut up precooked shrimp into tiny portions. Add celery, lemon, mayonnaise, salt, and Old Bay seasoning. Stir to mix well, then refrigerate until ready to use.

Step Three: Prepare Ingredients

Cut or tear up lettuce into small portions. Wash all lettuce and produce thoroughly, then set it aside to drain in a colander. While lettuce is draining, dice all remaining ingredients into small salad-sized portions.

Step Four: Assemble and Serve

Assemble the salad in layers with lettuce on the bottom, followed by fresh diced vegetables, then a large scoop of Old Bay shrimp salad.

Add a small amount of dressing and give it a good toss. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Serve immediately.

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Storage

Store salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator without dressing for 2-3 days. If the salad is moist from being washed, place a paper towel on top of it to draw out the moisture.

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Buy pre-washed and ready-to-eat lettuce to save time.

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Have leftover ingredients?

Bought extra shrimp and need to use them up? Try this Cajun Andouille Sausage and Shrimp Sheet Pan.

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Is shrimp good for you?

Yes, shrimp is high in protein, low in calories, and full of nutrients, but be careful because it is also high in cholesterol.

Because many shrimp are farmed, you could unknowingly be eating harmful chemicals. Be sure to research shrimp products carefully before consuming them on a regular basis.

Should you cut or tear lettuce?

It may be an old wives tale that you shouldn't cut lettuce. Supposedly, the lettuce will brown a little quicker around the edges, but many people disagree that this is true.

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