Grilled Shrimp Salad Recipe

About This Dish

This Grilled Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish that combines smoky grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, and fresh greens, all topped with a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or as a side dish at summer BBQs.

Ingredients

• Shrimp & Marinade:

1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Salad:

4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or lettuce)

• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
• Dressing:

3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss shrimp and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
3. Combine mixed greens, avocado, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
4. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Arrange grilled shrimp on top of the salad, drizzle with dressing, sprinkle feta (if desired), toss gently, and serve.

Source

This recipe was originally featured on Creative's Cookery.