Cajun Shrimp and Marinated Cucumber Salad

6 steps · 45 min total

1. 01

   Preheat Broiler

   Get your broiler going to high heat.
2. 02

   Arrange Shrimp

   Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a small rimmed baking sheet.
3. 03

   Season Shrimp

   Sprinkle the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon creole seasoning, lemon juice or white wine vinegar, and a pinch or two of salt and black pepper. If you're using it, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil here too.
4. 04

   Broil Shrimp

   Slide the baking sheet into the oven on the upper third rack. Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until the shrimp are completely opaque and have turned pink.
5. 05

   Marinate Cucumber

   While the shrimp broil, put the cucumber slices into a bowl. Toss them with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon creole seasoning, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. If you're using it, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil here.
6. 06

   Serve

   Divide the marinated cucumbers between two bowls. Top each with half of the broiled shrimp and a couple of spoonfuls of pico de gallo.