Ginger Garlic Prawn Shrimp Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Ginger Garlic Prawn Shrimp Salad! Packed with juicy, perfectly seared shrimp infused with the bold flavors of garlic and fresh ginger, this dish is a textural delight. Tossed with crisp mixed greens, ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber slices, every bite is a harmonious medley of tastes and textures. The tangy lime and soy dressing, lightly sweetened with honey, ties everything together beautifully, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and protein-packed salad is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant lunch. Gluten-free and bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients, it's a sure crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 unit lime (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 unit cucumber (sliced)
- 0.5 unit red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 unit avocado (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set the dressing aside.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and avocado.
Add the cooked shrimp to the salad and drizzle the dressing over the top.
Toss the salad gently to coat all ingredients with the dressing.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the salad for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Ginger Garlic Prawn Shrimp Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 1611 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 131.3 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3079 mg | 66% | |
*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.
