Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafe AthensShrimp Salad Recipe

Shrimp Salad Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Athens
Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Shrimp

Dressing

Method

Prepare the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Wash and Chop Vegetables

    Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and finely slice the red onion.

  2. 2

    Combine the Salad Base

    In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and sliced red onion. Set aside.

Cook the Shrimp

  1. 3

    Sauté Shrimp

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

  2. 4

    Add Shrimp to Skillet

    Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper, then pour in the lemon juice. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.

  3. 5

    Remove from Heat

    Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and let the shrimp cool slightly.

Make the Dressing

  1. 6

    Combine Dressing Ingredients

    In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Whisk or Shake

    Whisk together or shake the jar until the ingredients are well combined and emulsified.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 8

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    Add the cooked shrimp to the salad bowl with the mixed greens and vegetables.

  2. 9

    Add Dressing

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Divide the salad into serving bowls and serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon wedges if desired.

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