Description
This Grilled Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish featuring juicy grilled shrimp paired with crisp mixed greens, creamy avocado, fresh cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Tossed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures for a light lunch or a nutritious dinner option.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Salad
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
Lemon Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a mixing bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the shrimp on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through, being careful not to overcook.
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, sliced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Add the Shrimp and Dress the Salad: Top the salad with the grilled shrimp. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over everything and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors and textures.
Notes
- Feta cheese makes a delicious addition to this salad if you want extra creaminess and flavor.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to maintain a tender and juicy texture.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to preserve the freshness and crispness of the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
