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Colorful shrimp salad plated in a white bowl on a clean table. A bed of mixed greens hosts plump pink shrimp, cucumber ribbons, cherry tomatoes, avocado chunks, and red onion, all coated in a shimmering lemon-Dijon dressing. Fresh herbs sprinkle the top for color and aroma, with a bright lemon wedge on the side.

Healthy Shrimp Salad in 10 Quick Ways

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Light and refreshing shrimp salad with greens, avocado, and a tangy lemon-Dijon dressing. Ready in minutes for a quick lunch or healthy dinner.

  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, spinach)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: feta cheese crumbles or olives

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp lightly and cook in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until pink; cool slightly.
  2. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. In a large bowl, toss greens with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, avocado; add shrimp; drizzle dressing and toss to combine.
  4. Season to taste and garnish with herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked shrimp for the fastest version.
  • Keep dressing separate if meal-prepping.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh herbs for aroma.
  • Omit feta to make it dairy-free.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Method: No-cook / quick toss
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg
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