Mexican Spicy Shrimp Salald
Spice up your mealtime with this vibrant and flavorful Mexican Spicy Shrimp Salad! Perfectly seasoned shrimp are pan-seared to juicy perfection and paired with a medley of fresh ingredients, including crisp romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty red onion. A hint of heat from jalapeños and a squeeze of fresh lime juice add a bold kick, while crunchy crushed tortilla chips and smoky grilled corn provide delightful texture. This quick and easy salad, ready in just 30 minutes, is the perfect balance of freshness and spice, making it an irresistible option for lunch, dinner, or even entertaining. Bursting with bold Mexican flavors, this healthy, gluten-free recipe is sure to become a staple in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 small jalapeño (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup corn kernels (cooked or grilled)
- 0.5 cup tortilla chips (crushed for garnish)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the shrimp dry and toss them in the spice mixture until evenly coated.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, grilled corn, and jalapeño.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, a tablespoon of olive oil, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Top the salad with the cooked shrimp and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and crushed tortilla chips for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and spicy Mexican-inspired salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 3581 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 127.5 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 3530 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.
