Cool Shrimp And Cucumber Slaw Recipes

SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Thaw the shrimp under cold water. Remove tails if needed. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels. Place the shrimp in a mixing bowl.
• Peel the cucumber and dice into bite-size pieces. Add the cucumber to the shrimp.
• Remove avocado from the skin and chop into bite-size pieces. Immediately coat the avocado with lime juice. Add to the mixing bowl with the shrimp.
• Finely chop the shallot and the dill. Add them to the shrimp.
• Add the mayonnaise and salt to the other ingredients and mix together. Taste and adjust the salt or mayonnaise amount if needed.
• Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate for an hour or so to let the flavors meld.

COOL SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SLAW

Steps:

• Place the shrimp on a rack and steam over 1 inch of water until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Cool, peel, cut in half lengthwise and devein. Set aside.
• Combine the grapefruit and lemon juices and grated grapefruit rind in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk in the olive oil. Add the jalapeno, salt and pepper. Add the cucumbers and toss. Add the shrimp, parsley, mint and basil. Toss to combine. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.

SWEET, TART, AND SPICY SHRIMP AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• For dressing:
• Whisk all dressing ingredients to blend in small bowl; let dressing stand while preparing salad.
• For salad:
• Peel half of cucumbers; cut in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds with small spoon. Cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups) and place in large strainer set over bowl.
• Cut off ends from remaining cucumbers and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 1/2 to 3 cups); add to strainer. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; let drain 30 minutes.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanuts; sauté until golden. Using slotted spoon, transfer peanuts to paper towel to drain.
• Combine shrimp, cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, and basil in large bowl.
• Pat cucumber pieces dry and add to salad. Toss with dressing; sprinkle with peanuts and black sesame seeds.