Melon, Cucumber, and Fresh Shrimp Salad
This delicious melon, cucumber, and shrimp salad is a summer starter that will delight your guests. Perfect for hot days, it combines freshness and lightness thanks to the sweetness of the melon and the crunch of the cucumber. The mint adds an aromatic touch that enhances the dish. Prepared in just a few minutes, this salad requires no cooking time, making it an ideal choice for a quick meal or an appetizer with friends. The shrimp add a savory and nourishing dimension, while the light sauce made with Greek yogurt and lemon provides a balancing acidity. Whether for a picnic, barbecue, or light dinner, this recipe is easy to make and will please all palates. Serve it well chilled for maximum enjoyment!
- Preparation time: 15 min
- Servings: for 4 people
- Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients
- - 1 ripe melon
- - 1 fresh cucumber
- - A few mint leaves
- - 1 plain Greek yogurt
- - Olive oil, salt and pepper to taste
- - The juice of half a lemon
- - 100 g of shelled and cooked shrimp
Preparation
1. Start by washing the cucumber, cutting it in half and removing the seeds. Form balls with the melon and distribute them in small bowls or glasses.
2. Using a vegetable peeler, make cucumber ribbons and arrange them in the bowls.
3. Place the shrimp on top, then garnish with the mint leaves.
4. Then mix 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a bit of salt and pepper, as well as the juice of the half lemon to create a sauce to serve separately.
Recommended wine
white: ST-Véran
