Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or lettuce)
– 1 bell pepper, sliced (red or yellow)
– 1 cucumber, sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ avocado, sliced
– ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
Creating a delightful Grilled Shrimp Salad is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
2. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
3. Grill the Shrimp: Once the grill is hot, add the marinated shrimp. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
4. Prepare the Salad Base: While the shrimp are grilling, prepare the salad by combining the mixed greens, bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado in a large bowl.
5. Add the Shrimp: Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the grill and add them to the salad mixture.
6. Toss with Dressing: Drizzle additional olive oil and lemon juice over the salad. Toss everything gently to combine.
7. Garnish with Cilantro: Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top and add feta cheese if desired for an extra flavor punch.
8. Serve Immediately: Divide the salad into bowls or plates and serve while the shrimp are still warm.
These easy steps will lead you to a refreshing bowl of Grilled Shrimp Salad that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 28g