Description
Zesty chili-lime marinated shrimp tossed with crisp mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro for a bright, refreshing salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Warm a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat so it is ready when the shrimp are.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to coat, marinating for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil the hot skillet or grill pan to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: While shrimp marinates, arrange 4 cups mixed greens, 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1 diced avocado, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro on a platter.
- Cook to Perfection: Place shrimp on the hot skillet or grill and cook about 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle any leftover marinade that has not contacted raw shrimp over the salad for extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top the greens with the hot shrimp, toss gently to combine, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overcook the shrimp, they are done when pink and curled into a loose C shape.
- Use fresh lime juice for the brightest flavor.
- Marinate shrimp no longer than 15 minutes to avoid over-curing.
- Cook shrimp in batches if needed so they sear instead of steam.
- Keep salad components separate if prepping ahead to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
Keywords: chili lime shrimp, shrimp salad, lime shrimp salad, summer salad, quick dinner, healthy recipe, avocado shrimp salad