Blackened Shrimp Salad Recipe
Make Blackened Shrimp Salad Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Blackened Shrimp
For the Salad
Method
For the Blackened Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Spice Mix
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a spice blend.
- 2
Season the Shrimp
Toss the shrimp in the spice mix until they are well-coated. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and mix again.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and blackened. Remove from heat and set aside.
For the Salad
- 4
Prepare the Salad Ingredients
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, diced avocado, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 5
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Assemble the Salad
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine. Top with the blackened shrimp.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately, enjoying the contrast of flavors and textures.
