Jazzed Up Creole Shrimp Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Jazzed Up Creole Shrimp Salad! Tender, perfectly seasoned shrimp take center stage, cooked to succulent perfection with a bold Creole seasoning blend. Nestled on a bed of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and crunchy red bell peppers, this salad bursts with freshness and color. Creamy avocado adds a luxurious touch, while a zesty homemade dressing infused with Cajun hot sauce, lemon juice, and a hint of honey ties it all together. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect as a light yet satisfying main course or a show-stopping starter. Ideal for seafood lovers and salad enthusiasts alike, this recipe delivers big on flavor with minimal effort, making it a must-try for your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp Creole seasoning
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned, drained)
• 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 large avocado (sliced or diced)
• 1 tsp Cajun-style hot sauce
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, toss the raw shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the Creole seasoning, ensuring the shrimp are evenly coated.

Step 2

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat and squeeze 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the shrimp. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the shrimp cool, prepare the salad base. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, corn kernels, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, Cajun-style hot sauce, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, black pepper, and salt until smooth to create the dressing.

Step 5

Gently fold the diced or sliced avocado into the salad, being careful not to mash it.

Step 6

Add the cooked shrimp to the salad and gently toss with the dressing until everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing main course or a flavorful starter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1343.3 grams (1343.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580

Total Fat 97.60g	125%
Saturated Fat 13.30g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 915mg	305%
Sodium 3242mg	141%
Total Carbohydrate 69.30g	25%
Dietary Fiber 30.50g	109%
Total Sugars 20.60g
Protein 122.00g	244%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 521mg	40%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 4001mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 29.7%

Carbs: 16.9%