Description
A vibrant and zesty Shrimp Salad perfect for summer gatherings or a quick lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 cucumber (diced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, or dill)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: goat cheese, feta, or toasted nuts
Instructions
- Prep your shrimp: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in a bowl of cold water for 15-20 minutes. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Sauté the shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Prepare your greens in a large bowl: combine mixed greens, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
- Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine the sautéed shrimp with the greens and pour the dressing over. Toss gently.
- Plate your creation with sliced avocado and fresh herbs on top.
Notes
For an elegant presentation, serve on a large platter and pair with crusty bread or pita chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: shrimp salad, summer salad, healthy salad, fresh ingredients