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A vibrant Citrus Shrimp Salad with colorful vegetables and garnished citrus slices.

Citrus Shrimp Salad

A bright and refreshing shrimp salad featuring vibrant citrus, creamy avocado, and mixed leafy greens, perfect for weeknights or light entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Salad
Cuisine: Coastal, Fresh
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood and Seasoning
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Choose translucent, firm shrimp with a mild scent.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use extra virgin for flavor, but light olive oil is fine.
  • 1 juice lime Fresh juice is preferred.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Salad Components
  • 4 cups mixed leafy greens Pick a mix with baby spinach, arugula, and baby kale.
  • 1 each avocado, diced Choose slightly firm avocados.
  • 1 cup citrus segments (like orange and grapefruit) Use peeled supremes for best texture.
  • Optional: your favorite salad fixings (e.g., nuts, seeds, cheese)

Method
 

Cooking Shrimp
  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
Assembling the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine mixed leafy greens, avocado, and citrus segments.
  2. Add the cooked shrimp on top.
  3. Toss gently and add any additional fixings you prefer.
  4. Serve immediately or store in meal prep containers for later.

Notes

For best texture, pat shrimp dry before tossing. Use crunchy toppings just before serving to maintain texture.