Warm Shrimp Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Warm Shrimp Salad, a delightful medley of fresh greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado topped with tender, sautéed shrimp. This recipe combines simple, wholesome ingredients with a zesty homemade lemon-Dijon vinaigrette to create a flavorful and protein-packed dish that’s perfect for lunch or light dinner. The shrimp, cooked to perfection in a garlic-infused olive oil, add a warm, savory touch that contrasts beautifully with the crisp greens. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy shrimp salad is as nutritious as it is delicious, offering a vibrant balance of textures and flavors. Serve it immediately for best results, and bring a burst of freshness and warmth to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Set aside.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and are opaque.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and parsley (if using).
Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat the greens evenly.
Top the salad with the cooked shrimp while they are still warm.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful warm shrimp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1183 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.6 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1879 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 118.2 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3297 mg | 70% | |
*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.
