Shrimp Salad Recipe
Green salad topped with garlic shrimp.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Garlic Shrimp
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and cubed avocado.
Garlic Shrimp Preparation
- 2
Cook the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3
Add Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 4
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss to combine and set aside to cool slightly.
Dressing Preparation
- 5
Mix the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembling the Salad
- 6
Combine Everything
Top the prepared salad base with the cooked garlic shrimp. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
