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Salad With Shrimp

This Salad With Shrimp is a celebration of flavors with succulent shrimp and crisp vegetables, perfect for warm evenings or quick lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups mixed greens spinach, arugula, romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Tongs or salad servers

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. While the shrimp cooks, chop the mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
  6. Once cooked, add the shrimp to the salad bowl.
  7. Drizzle lemon juice over the salad and toss gently.
  8. Top with avocado slices before serving.

Notes

This salad is great for meal prep or entertaining guests. Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.