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Shrimp Salad with Citrus Dressing

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A fresh and vibrant shrimp salad featuring a zesty citrus dressing, perfect for a light and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Olive Oil

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime lime (zest and juice)
  • Juice of 1 orange orange (juice only)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 pound large shrimp pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 avocados avocados
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ½ red onion piece red onion (thinly sliced)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves cup cilantro leaves (divided)
  • 4 cups arugula cup arugula (optional)

Instructions 

  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium-high.
  • Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, lime zest and juice, orange juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • Toss shrimp with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then skewer.
  • Grill shrimp until pink, about 4 minutes, then cool and remove from skewers.
  • Combine tomatoes, onions, half cilantro, toss with half dressing. Dice avocados and add with shrimp. Toss gently, drizzle remaining dressing, and top with remaining cilantro.

Notes

This salad is best served fresh and can be customized with your favorite greens or additional herbs.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Seafood