Here’s a fresh and zesty Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad recipe that’s simple, healthy, and full of flavor. 🌿🍤
Ingredients (serves 2-4)
For the shrimp:
- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder (optional, for a bit of spice)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
For the dressing:
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and shrimp. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lime juice over the shrimp and set aside.
- Make the dressing:
- Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Assemble the salad:
- In a large bowl, combine greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, corn, and cilantro.
- Top with cooked shrimp.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately:
- Garnish with extra lime wedges or cilantro if desired.
💡 Tips:
- For extra crunch, add tortilla strips or roasted pumpkin seeds.
- You can swap shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu if you prefer.
- Make it a meal prep option by storing shrimp and dressing separately from greens to keep them fresh.
If you want, I can also make a one-bowl version that’s perfect for lunch on the go—super quick and still full of flavor. Do you want me to do that?
