Mojito-Inspired Cucumber-Shrimp Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

Refreshing salad with chilled shrimp, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty lime-mint dressing, perfect for summer evenings. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, (150g), thinly sliced English cucumber, finely chopped fresh mint into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 180g, peeled and deveined cooked shrimp
• 1 (150g), thinly sliced English cucumber
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 100g, halved cherry tomatoes
• 2 tbsp, finely diced red onion

Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 180g cooked shrimp, 150g sliced cucumber, 100g cherry tomatoes, and 2 tbsp diced red onion in a bowl. Whisk together 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper to make the dressing.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp fresh mint to the dressing and whisk until fragrant. Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated and the mint is distributed.
3. Step 3: Chill the salad for 20 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled with an extra sprinkle of fresh mint on top for a bright, aromatic finish.