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Crunchy Chili Lime Shrimp Salad

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A fresh and vibrant shrimp salad featuring juicy chili lime seasoned shrimp, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and a bright citrus dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cups red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • For the Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry and place them in a bowl.
  2. Toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the heat and allow them to cool slightly.
  5. Combine the romaine lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, cucumber, avocado, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.
  6. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  7. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
  8. Top the salad with the cooked shrimp and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Add sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Include sweet corn kernels for a touch of sweetness.
  • Substitute grilled chicken for shrimp if desired.
  • Add black beans to make the salad more filling.
  • Sprinkle crushed tortilla strips on top for additional crunch.
  • Store shrimp and salad separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Keep dressing separate until serving to maintain crisp vegetables.
  • Reheat shrimp gently in a skillet or enjoy cold.
  • Frozen shrimp may be used if thawed completely and patted dry before cooking.

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