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Grilled Shrimp Summer Salad

Grilled Shrimp Summer Salad: A Fresh Flavor Explosion

Experience a Grilled Shrimp Summer Salad bursting with flavor in under 500 calories, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce smoky grilled
  • 1 lb Shrimp fresh, tender
  • 2 ears Corn ideally fresh
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers any variety
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup Cucumber Persian recommended
  • 1 medium Avocado optional
For the Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
  • 2 tbsp Honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 tbsp Mustard Dijon recommended
  • 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
Optional Enhancements
  • 2 cloves Garlic optional
  • ¼ cup Parsley fresh, or cilantro

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, chopped parsley, minced garlic (if using), lemon zest, and salt and pepper. Whisk until well-blended. Add shrimp to the marinade and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (205°C). Prepare corn and bell peppers by cutting the peppers into strips.
  3. Grill the marinated shrimp on skewers or grates for 3-4 minutes per side. Grill corn for 8 minutes, and bell peppers for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Create a bed of grilled romaine in a large serving plate. Grill the romaine cut-side down for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Layer the grilled shrimp on top of the salad base. Add grilled corn, grape tomatoes, and diced cucumber. If using, slice and arrange avocado on top.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk honey, mustard, and white wine vinegar. Gradually add olive oil while whisking until smooth.
  7. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving to combine flavors and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Assemble the salad just before serving for optimal freshness.

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