Ingredients
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, romaine)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– ½ red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 avocado, diced
– ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to prepare your Shrimp Salad:
1. Prepare the Shrimp: In a medium-sized pot, bring water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and drain.
2. Cool the Shrimp: Place the cooked shrimp in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: While the shrimp cools, wash and chop the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and cooked shrimp.
6. Add Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top for added flavor and presentation.
8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Shrimp Salad fresh for the best texture and taste.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating a mouthwatering Shrimp Salad that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 25g