Lemon Splashed Shrimp Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with fresh ingredients, this Lemon Splashed Shrimp Salad is the ultimate light and healthy meal idea. Succulent, skillet-seared shrimp are the star of this dish, perfectly seasoned and tossed with crisp baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, and tangy crumbled feta. A vibrant, homemade lemon vinaigrette infused with garlic and fresh lemon zest elevates the flavors to new heights, making each bite refreshing and satisfying. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this colorful salad is ready in just 20 minutes, offering a quick and nutritious option that's as delicious as it is nourishing. Whether you're serving it as a stunning main course or a side dish, this crowd-pleaser is an easy yet elegant way to enjoy the bold, fresh flavors of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
Add the cooked shrimp to the salad and gently toss to combine.
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and give it a final toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley on top as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of this Lemon Splashed Shrimp Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 993 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 3512 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 136.6 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1021 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2842 mg | 60% | |
*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.
