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Ultimate Shrimp Salad Recipe: Fresh, Flavorful, and Family-Friendly!

Shrimp Salad
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A light and refreshing shrimp salad featuring plump, juicy shrimp tossed with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, perfect for summer meals or elegant lunches.

  • Author: ranime
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook (except shrimp)
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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  • Salad Base:
    • 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
    • 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, or spinach)
    • 1 avocado, diced
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1/2 English cucumber, sliced
    • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or cilantro)
  • Lemon-Herb Dressing:
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tsp lemon zest
    • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional Additions:
    • 1/4 cup feta or goat cheese
    • 1/2 cup corn kernels
    • 1/4 cup toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh herbs.
  3. In a small jar, combine all dressing ingredients. Shake vigorously until emulsified.
  4. Add cooled shrimp to the salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
  5. Top with optional additions if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use wild-caught shrimp when possible.
  • Make ahead tip: Prep dressing and chop vegetables in advance, but assemble just before serving.
  • For grilled shrimp: Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper, then grill 2 minutes per side.
  • To make it dairy-free, omit cheese or use nutritional yeast.
  • Leftovers keep refrigerated for 1 day (avocado may brown).

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