This creamy keto garlic shrimp salad is a flavorful, satisfying dish that balances rich creaminess with bright, crunchy textures.
Shrimp is the star of this salad. We toss tender cooked shrimp in a creamy, garlicky dressing, then add chopped celery, red onion, and fresh parsley for contrast. The result is a refreshing, low-carb salad that works as an appetizer, side, or main course.
Why shrimp works well on keto
Shrimp is an excellent choice for a keto diet: it’s very low in carbs and calories while providing a good amount of protein and several important nutrients. A typical 3-ounce serving contains almost no net carbs and supplies iodine, selenium, vitamin B12, and other minerals. Shrimp is extremely versatile—boiled, grilled, sautéed, or roasted—and in this recipe we quickly boil the shrimp so they stay tender and juicy.
Making the creamy garlic dressing
The dressing comes together in minutes and is smooth with just enough texture from the fresh herbs and vegetables. Combine a keto-friendly mayonnaise with heavy whipping cream, lemon juice, and a touch of olive oil for a silky base. Add chopped fresh parsley, diced celery, and red onion for color and crunch. Fresh minced garlic gives the salad its bold, savory profile—four large cloves provide a robust garlic flavor, but adjust to your taste. Finish with a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serving suggestions
This salad is flexible and pairs well with many low-carb options. Serve it on a bed of lettuce or baby spinach for a pretty main-dish salad, or offer it as an appetizer or side. It makes a great accompaniment to grilled meats, burgers, lettuce wraps, or keto-friendly biscuits and chaffles. For a light meal, pair the salad with a warm bowl of keto soup for a satisfying soup-and-salad combination.
Other keto salads to try
BLT Keto Egg Salad
Keto Broccoli Cauliflower Blue Cheese Salad
Keto Buffalo Chicken Salad
Low Carb Deviled Ham Salad
Helpful hints
You can increase the garlic if you prefer a stronger flavor. The salad can be served right away, but chilling it for an hour or longer allows the flavors to meld and improves the overall balance.
Main kitchen equipment and utensils
- Stockpot
- Medium mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
A small note
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Creamy Keto Garlic Shrimp Salad
4 Servings
10 minutes
5 minutes
15 minutes
This creamy keto garlic shrimp salad brings together tender shrimp, a rich garlic-mayo dressing, and crisp vegetables for a refreshing low-carb dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp
- ⅓ cup keto mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup fresh chopped parsley
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 2 tablespoons diced red onion
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook until just done, about 2–3 minutes.
- Immediately drain and rinse shrimp under cold water or transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking. Once cool, remove tails and peel and devein if needed.
- In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, heavy cream, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, celery, red onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Add the cooled shrimp and toss until they are fully coated in the dressing.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour if time allows, then serve.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 343Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 255mgSodium: 335mgCarbohydrates: 3gNet Carbohydrates: 2.5gFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1gProtein: 28g
Nutrition information is an estimate and can vary by ingredients and brands used. Net carbs are total carbs minus fiber.
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