Shrimp Salad with Zucchini and Basil
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Shrimp Salad with Zucchini and Basil is the perfect light and healthy dish for any occasion. Juicy, tender shrimp are sautéed to perfection alongside vibrant zucchini ribbons, creating a beautifully textured salad that’s both low-carb and nutrient-packed. Tossed with sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, this versatile recipe can be served warm or chilled, making it ideal as a weeknight dinner or a refreshing addition to your summer menu. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make salad showcases simple, wholesome ingredients and offers a delightful balance of flavors and colors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and use a vegetable peeler or spiralizer to create thin ribbons or noodles. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the zucchini ribbons and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 2 minutes, just until the zucchini is slightly softened. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked zucchini, shrimp, halved cherry tomatoes, and torn basil leaves.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a warm salad or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes if you prefer it cold. Garnish with additional basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.0 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 5864 mg | 255% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 126.5 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2618 mg | 56% | |
*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.
