This Herby Shrimp Dip Is Invited to Every Party

Erin Merhar

Yields: 12-16 servings

Prep Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 1 hour 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2

    (8-oz.) packages cream cheese, softened

  • 1/4 c.

    mayonnaise

  • 1 tsp.

    lemon zest

  • 1 tbsp.

    lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp.

    salt

  • 3

    green onions, thinly sliced

  • 1 tbsp.

    chopped parsley, plus more to serve

  • 8 oz.

    cooked shrimp

  • 1 c.

    cocktail sauce

  • Crackers, to serve

Directions

  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, and salt. Beat on medium speed until completely smooth, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula, then add the green onion and parsley. Mix on low speed just until combined.

  2. Remove the shells and tails from the shrimp (if necessary) and chop into small pieces.

  3. Use a rubber spatula to fold the shrimp into the dip. Transfer to a shallow, wide serving bowl and smooth into an even layer. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to overnight.

  4. Top with cocktail sauce and parsley, and serve with crackers.

Tip: Swap the shrimp for eight ounces of chopped, smoked salmon for a breakfast bagel spread.

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