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New York Deli Shrimp Salad

Delicious New York Deli Shrimp Salad: Quick and Gluten-Free

This New York Deli Shrimp Salad is a quick, gluten-free delight with zesty dressing and fresh veggies, perfect for weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound shrimp Fresh or fully-thawed frozen
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 2 stalks celery Diced
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 2 tablespoons dill
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with baking soda, kosher salt, and Old Bay Seasoning. Stir well to ensure the shrimp is evenly coated. Let the mixture sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. While the shrimp is brining, fill another bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
  3. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add lemon juice. Once boiling, carefully add the brined shrimp and poach for about 90 seconds until pink and opaque.
  4. Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to the ice bath and let soak for 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill, Old Bay Seasoning, celery seed, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  6. Gently add the cooled shrimp to the dressing mixture, carefully folding to ensure all the shrimp are evenly coated.
  7. Cover the salad tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 340mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh vegetables and herbs, and adjust seasoning to your taste.

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