Blackened Shrimp Salad
A vibrant Blackened Shrimp Salad featuring smoky shrimp, fresh greens, and creamy avocado, all drizzled in a zesty lemon dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Toss the shrimp with blackening seasoning until fully coated.
- Cook the shrimp in the preheated skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until blackened and opaque.
- Combine the mixed greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the cooked shrimp to the salad and drizzle with the dressing.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients and serve immediately.
Notes
For flavor variations, substitute grilled chicken or add feta cheese. Optionally, swap lemon juice for lime or add sliced jalapeños for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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