Easy Shrimp Salad
Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the delicate flavor of shrimp with crisp vegetables, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or an impressive side at dinner parties. This easy-to-prepare recipe features succulent shrimp tossed with fresh mixed greens, crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onions. Drizzled with a refreshing lemon-Dijon dressing, each bite offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for warm days, this salad can be customized with your favorite ingredients, ensuring it suits any occasion. Serve it on its own or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
- Shrimp (fresh or frozen)
- Mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach)
- Cucumber
- Cherry tomatoes
- Red onion
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Dijon mustard
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw under cold running water. Peel and devein if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Add cooled shrimp to the salad mixture and drizzle with dressing; toss gently until combined.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for extra freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 190mg