WW Cucumber Shrimp Salad

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The WW Cucumber Shrimp Salad is an amazing seafood salad idea that contains juicy shrimps, crunchy cucumbers, veggies, and yogurt dressing, all with low fats and calories, which easily adjusts your WW points in your diet. This WW Cucumber Shrimp Salad is protein-rich and low in WW points, and it is refreshing, satisfying, and light. You can have it as just a salad or even as a meal. The combination of salad dressings and cucumbers improves the shrimp flavor even more. This recipe goes well with people’s WW goals.

STATS:

  • Caloric count: 160 kcal
  • Prep duration: Fifteen minutes
  • Portion size: One bowl
  • Cook duration: Five minutes
  • Chill time: 10 to 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 30 to 35 minutes
  • Course: Salad / Lunch
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 2

EQUIPMENT:

  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Medium skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls

INGREDIENTS:

  • 200 g of shrimp (deveined & peeled)
  • One medium, thinly sliced cucumber
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 small, finely sliced red onion
  • One cup of halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp of fresh chopped dill
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 tbsp of nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp of freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • One tsp of Dijon mustard
  • 1 microwaved garlic clove
  • Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

SHRIMP:

  • It gives lean protein in the salad and is also low in calories. For an alternative, use crab or tofu.

CUCUMBER:

  • This is naturally crunchy and has hydration. For an alternative, use zucchini.

RED ONION:

  • It includes flavor contrast. For an alternative, use green onions.

CHERRY TOMATOES:

  • The sweetness in these cherry tomatoes helps in balancing the tanginess in the dressing on the salad. For an alternative, use roasted red peppers.

NONFAT GREEK YOGURT:

  • This yogurt is high in protein but has low fat. It provides a creaminess in the salad dressing. For an alternative, use light sour cream.

DILL:

  • Dill is a fresh herb that goes well with seafood. For an alternative, use parsley.

LEMON JUICE:

  • It naturally gives acidity to the salad. Apple cider vinegar is a substitute option.

DIJON MUSTARD:

  • When you add this to the salad dressing, it gives a smooth texture. For an alternative, use yellow mustard.

GARLIC:

  • When you use garlic for this salad recipe, it will improve the flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Use a skillet to cook the raw shrimp for two to three minutes with a slight coating of cooking spray.
  2. Cook thoroughly till it turns pink and cool it for a little time.
  3. To make the dressing for the salad, take a bowl.
  4. Whisk Dijon mustard, lemon juice, nonfat Greek yogurt, pepper, salt, and minced garlic together.
  5. Then take another bowl to mix and combine cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
  6. Now include shrimp and dill.
  7. Add the salad dressing on top of the salad and toss till you coat everything.
  8. Chill the salad for ten to fifteen minutes to improve the flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • You can serve this salad along with whole-grain bread.
  • Drink some skim milk with this salad for a balanced meal.
  • Have this salad for light dinners, picnics, or even lunchboxes.

TIPS:

  • For a creamier texture in the salad, you can add some chopped avocado, but it does include WW points.
  • To improve the flavor of the salad, you can chill it for a longer period.
  • Include a little heat by adding crushed red pepper.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • For two days, store this salad in a tight container. Before you serve this salad, stir it up.

FREEZER:

  • Since the yogurt dressing and cucumbers do not freeze properly, don’t freeze this salad.

FAQs:

Will it be okay if I utilize frozen shrimp for this salad?

  • Yes, just defrost and dry them by patting.

Can we use this salad for meal prep purposes?

  • Keep the salad dressing individually until you want to consume the salad.

What dairy-free ingredients can I use for this salad?

  • Coconut or almond yogurt is an alternative option to Greek yogurt.

How to make it spicy?

  • In the salad dressing, you can include a pinch of cayenne or a slight amount of hot sauce.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 160 kcal
Net carbs: 6 grams
Iron: 2.1 grams
Total carbs: 8 grams
Vitamin A: 850 IU
Fiber: 2 grams
Calcium: 80 milligrams
Protein: 25 grams
Serving size: 1 bowl
Sodium: 270 milligrams
Serving: 2
Potassium: 410 milligrams
Weight Watcher Points: 2 points