Description
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Healthy Shrimp Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. With tender shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. Ideal for summer gatherings or light weeknight dinners, it brings the taste of the coast straight to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, lettuce)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced thinly)
- 1/4 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, then sautΓ© shrimp until pink and opaque (about 3 minutes per side).
- While shrimp cooks, chop mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped vegetables and cooked shrimp. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve in bowls or plates; garnish with extra cherry tomatoes or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding avocado or nuts for extra texture. - Swap shrimp for cooked chicken or turkey based on preference. - Chill the salad before serving to enhance flavors.