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.
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.
EQUIPMENT
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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.
Top Tips
Buy pre-washed and ready-to-eat lettuce to save time.
MORE RECIPES
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📖 Recipe
Old Bay Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Greens
Ingredients
Shrimp Salad
- Shrimp
- Mayonnaise
- Celery
- Old Bay
- Lemon
Salad
- Lettuce
- Purple cabbage
- Tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Radish
- Salt (or to taste)
- Pepper (or to taste)
Dressing
Instructions
Protein
- Prepare shrimp salad.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
Salad
- Wash lettuce and set it aside to drain in a colander.
- Wash remaining produce and cut into small salad sized portions.
- Assemble salad with all ingredients.
- Drizzle prepared dressing on top.
- Gently toss the salad and serve immediately.
Food Safety
- Create a clean work area.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat or seafood.
- Rinse fresh produce thoroughly.
- Do not use the same cutting board or utensils on cooked food or produce, that previously touched raw meat or seafood.
- Do not leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with a high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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