Cajun Shrimp Salad

By bjlazyl

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
• 1 tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning
• 6 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. finely chopped parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Makes about 5 cups

Combine shrimp, dressing, and 1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning in a medium bowl; set aside. Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat, and add shrimp; cook, turning once, until just cooked, 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.

Stir cream cheese and mayonnaise in a large bowl until smooth. Add remaining Cajun seasoning, celery, scallions, lemon juice, and parsley, and stir until combined. Add shrimp, and toss to coat. Serve chilled or at room temperature.