Citrus Shrimp and Spinach Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Citrus Shrimp and Spinach Salad, a refreshing medley of zesty citrus fruits, tender shrimp, and creamy avocado atop a bed of nutrient-packed baby spinach. Perfect as a light lunch or an impressive dinner starter, this salad combines the sweetness of orange and grapefruit segments with the subtle tang of a honey-citrus dressing. The shrimp are quickly sautéed to juicy perfection and seasoned with a touch of garlic and black pepper, adding a savory counterpart to the dish’s bold, fresh flavors. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this colorful, gluten-free salad is as healthy as it is delicious. Whether you’re craving a taste of summer or looking to elevate your salad repertoire, this recipe is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 6 cups Baby spinach leaves
- 2 Oranges (peeled and segmented)
- 1 Grapefruit (peeled and segmented)
- 1 Avocado (sliced)
- 0.5 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp Fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tsp Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (for cooking shrimp)
- 0.25 tsp Salt (for shrimp)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper (for shrimp)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of honey, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to make the dressing. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach leaves, orange segments, grapefruit segments, avocado slices, and thinly sliced red onion.
Add the cooked shrimp on top of the salad.
Drizzle the citrus dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2347 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.8 g | ||
| Protein | 120.6 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 614 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 3540 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
