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Tasty Chow’s Ultimate Shrimp Salad

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A vibrant shrimp salad that’s perfect for hot summer days, featuring juicy shrimp, crunchy veggies, and a tangy dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, or romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • Handful of fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Chop the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the red onion, and cube the avocado.
  3. Whisk together the lemon juice, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Combine mixed greens, shrimp, diced vegetables, and herbs in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the top and gently toss.
  5. Serve in bowls or on plates, garnished with extra herbs, feta cheese, or toasted nuts.

Notes

This salad can be prepared ahead of time, just keep the dressing separate until serving.

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Keywords: shrimp salad, summer recipe, light meal, healthy salad

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