Jul 17 2026
Restaurants›Cajun Tex Marshall›Shrimp Salad Recipe

Shrimp Salad Recipe

Inspired by Cajun Tex Marshall
Time30m
Serves1

5 Shrimp on a bed of lettuce topped with cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions, bacon bits and croutons. Shrimp can be grilled, blackened or fried.

Jump to Recipe

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Salad Base

Shrimp Preparation

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate for about 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Shrimp

    Choose your cooking method: grill, blacken, or fry the shrimp until they are opaque and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side if grilling or frying.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 3

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large bowl, place the chopped lettuce as the base.

  2. 4

    Add Toppings

    Dice the tomato and onion, then sprinkle them over the lettuce. Add the cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and croutons.

  3. 5

    Add Shrimp

    Once the shrimp are cooked, place them on top of the salad.

  4. 6

    Serve

    Serve the shrimp salad immediately, optionally with your favorite dressing.

More from Cajun Tex Marshall