Fresh, juicy, and bursting with bold citrus flavor, this Zesty Shrimp Cucumber Salad is the ultimate light meal for warm days. Tender shrimp are tossed with crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, red onion, and a tangy chili-lime dressing that keeps every bite refreshing and satisfying. It looks just as vibrant as it tastes while staying incredibly low in WW Points.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
WW Points: 1 Point per Serving
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large cucumbers, sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
Chili Lime Dressing
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon Tajín seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: a few drops of your favorite hot sauce
Instructions
- Add the shrimp, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño to a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, Tajín, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to let the flavors blend together.
- Give the salad one final toss before serving.
- Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, and a sprinkle of Tajín if desired.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 1 WW Point per serving
- Over 20g of protein
- Fresh, light, and incredibly flavorful
- Perfect for meal prep
- Naturally low in carbs
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Great as a lunch, appetizer, or light dinner
Helpful Tips
- Pat the shrimp dry before mixing to keep the dressing from becoming watery.
- English cucumbers work best because they stay crisp longer.
- Chill before serving—the flavor gets even better after 30 minutes.
- Add diced avocado just before serving if you’re okay with increasing the WW Points.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Because of the fresh vegetables, this salad is best enjoyed within the first day for maximum crunch.
Freezing: Not recommended.
Flavor Variations
🥭 Tropical Shrimp Salad
Add diced mango and extra lime juice for a sweet, tropical twist.
🌽 Mexican Street Style
Mix in grilled corn, cotija cheese, and extra Tajín (adjust WW Points if needed).
🥑 Creamy Version
Fold in diced avocado and a spoonful of plain nonfat Greek yogurt for a creamy dressing.
🌶️ Extra Spicy
Add serrano peppers and your favorite hot sauce for even more heat.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 142
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
- Sodium: 435mg
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the brands of ingredients used.
