{"id":371,"date":"2026-03-24T19:29:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T19:29:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=371"},"modified":"2026-03-24T19:29:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T19:29:47","slug":"creamy-cucumber-shrimp-salad-healthy-high-protein","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=371","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad (Healthy &amp; High Protein)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"526\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6392.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6392.jpeg 526w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6392-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/IMG_6392-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 526px) 100vw, 526px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a light, refreshing, and high-protein dish made with tender shrimp, crisp cucumbers, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Fresh herbs and lemon add bright flavor, making this recipe perfect for healthy meals, light lunches, or quick dinners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s simple to prepare, low in carbs, and ideal for anyone looking for a nutritious seafood salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 lb (450 g) cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00bd cup plain Greek yogurt (low-fat, unsweetened)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Prepare the vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wash and slice cucumbers thinly. Cut cherry tomatoes in half and slice the red onion if using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Make the creamy dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Combine the salad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add shrimp, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, and fresh herbs to a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix until evenly coated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Chill and serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For best flavor, refrigerate for 15\u201320 minutes before serving to allow the ingredients to blend together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve cold as a refreshing healthy meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrition Information (approx.)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prep Time: 15 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cook Time: 0 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Total Time: 15 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Servings: 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High protein<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low carb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light meal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Creamy Cucumber Shrimp Salad is a light, refreshing, and high-protein dish made with tender shrimp, crisp cucumbers, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Fresh herbs and lemon add bright flavor, making this recipe perfect for healthy meals, light lunches, or quick dinners. 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