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Creamy Shrimp Dip

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time20 minsTotal Time20 mins

This thick and creamy shrimp dip is so simple to prepare and tastes so delicious! Dry mustard powder is the secret ingredient that gives this creamy dip a little kick. It’s the perfect appetizer for parties and gatherings, or if you just want to sit on the couch and watch a movie.

Creamy-Shrimp-Dip

Ingredients
 1 can (approximately 4 oz/120 g) small shrimp, drained and rinsed
 250 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature
 ½ cup maynnaise
 zest of 1 lemon
 juice of 1 lemon
 1 ½ tsp dry mustard powder
 ½ tsp garlic powder
 ¼ tsp salt
 ¼ tsp black pepper
  cup finely chopped green onion, reserving some for garnish
 dash Tabasco or other hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
1

Pick out a few of the nicer looking shrimp and set them aside for garnish. Coarsely chop the remaining shrimp.

2

In a small food processor, blend the cream cheese and mayonnaise together until smooth. Add the lemon zest, juice, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.

3

Scrape the mixture into a bowl. Stir in the chopped shrimp and green onion. Add a dash or two of hot sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

4

Transfer the dip to a small serving bowl and garnish with the reserved shrimp and chopped green onion. Serve with fresh vegetables, potato chips, crackers, fresh bread, etc.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2 Tbsp

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 70
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 110mg5%
Potassium 20mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1g1%

Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 1g
Protein 2g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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