Seafood Pea Ista Salad
Dive into the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Seafood Pea Ista Salad, a delightful medley of ocean-fresh shrimp and scallops paired with crisp salad greens, sweet green peas, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Topped with a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and fresh parsley, this salad is a perfect balance of zest and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and healthy option for lunch or a light dinner. The pop of red onion and optional sprinkle of paprika provide an extra layer of depth and visual appeal. Packed with protein and nutrients, this seafood salad is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Serve it chilled to highlight its refreshingly crisp and tangy profile. Perfect for summer gatherings or any time you're craving something light yet satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 150 g Scallops
- 150 g Frozen green peas (thawed)
- 100 g Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 200 g Mixed salad greens
- 50 g Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add the shrimp and scallops, and cook for 3-4 minutes or until both are opaque and cooked through. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, thawed peas, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Prepare the lemon-herb vinaigrette by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Add the cooled shrimp and scallops to the salad bowl. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if desired.
Sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the salad for a hint of color and spice, if using.
Serve immediately as a refreshing, light lunch or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.2 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2120 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 84.2 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.9 mcg | 45% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2263 mg | 48% | |
*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.
