Kitchen Sink Shrimp Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, the Kitchen Sink Shrimp Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed masterpiece perfect for lunch or dinner. This quick 25-minute recipe combines succulent, perfectly seasoned shrimp with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a medley of colorful veggies, all elevated by the tangy zest of a homemade lemon-honey Dijon dressing. The addition of black beans and crumbled feta cheese amps up the texture and taste, creating a hearty yet healthy meal. Ideal for meal prep or on-the-spot cravings, this versatile shrimp salad is as satisfying as it is packed with nutrients. Whether you're looking for a light summer dish or a new twist on classic seafood salads, this recipe has it all!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 1 cup Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
Instructions
In a medium bowl, season the shrimp with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
While the shrimp cools, prepare the dressing. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, black beans, feta cheese, and parsley.
Once the shrimp has cooled slightly, add it to the salad bowl.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Kitchen Sink Shrimp Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.3 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 986 mg | 329% | |
| Sodium | 5138 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.3 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 152.4 g | 305% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1058 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 4326 mg | 92% | |
*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.
