Description
Shrimp Louie is a vibrant seafood salad featuring succulent shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing, making it a versatile and delicious dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) ketchup
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lb (450 g) cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., romaine, spinach)
- 1 large ripe tomato, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Hard-boiled eggs, sliced (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sour cream, lemon juice, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
- If using raw shrimp, cook in salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Transfer to ice water, then drain.
- On a serving platter, layer mixed salad greens as a base.
- Top with cooked shrimp, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and hard-boiled eggs (if using).
- Drizzle with chilled dressing or serve it on the side.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For best flavor, let the dressing chill for at least 30 minutes. Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and taste. Customize with additional vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: shrimp, seafood salad, Louie dressing, fresh salad