Honey Lime Shrimp Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Honey Lime Shrimp Salad, a perfect dish for any occasion! Featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a sweet and tangy honey-lime vinaigrette, this salad is topped with fresh ingredients like crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crumbled queso fresco. Ideal for summer barbecues or as a light lunch, its both nutritious and visually appealing. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, you can impress your guests or treat yourself to a delightful meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwest
Ingredients
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- 1 pound raw medium-sized shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 head butter lettuce (or 5 cups lettuce of choice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 avocado (peeled and sliced)
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/3 cup crumbled queso fresco
- Cilantro for garnish
- For the vinaigrette: olive oil, honey, lime zest, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar, mix olive oil, honey, lime zest and juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- Marinate shrimp in 3 tablespoons of the vinaigrette for 15-30 minutes.
- Arrange lettuce on a platter; top with corn, tomatoes, avocado, and queso fresco.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook marinated shrimp until opaque and curled (about 3-4 minutes).
- Combine cooked shrimp with salad ingredients; garnish with cilantro and drizzle with remaining vinaigrette.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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