Mexican Shrimp Spinach Salad

Vibrant, zesty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Mexican Shrimp Spinach Salad is a must-try fusion of bold flavors and fresh, colorful produce. Juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp are pan-seared to tender perfection and layered over a bed of crisp baby spinach, sweet corn kernels, protein-packed black beans, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Creamy avocado, tangy red onion, and aromatic cilantro add a delightful contrast, while a homemade lime-cumin dressing ties everything together with a bright, citrusy kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free salad is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or as a fresh side for taco night. Bursting with Mexican-inspired flavors, it’s as satisfying as it is nutrient-rich!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 150 grams Baby spinach
• 1 cup Corn kernels (cooked or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 large Avocado (diced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine baby spinach, corn kernels, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 4

Gently toss the salad ingredients with half of the prepared dressing, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the cooked shrimp and diced avocado to the salad. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top.

Step 6

Give the salad a final gentle toss to distribute the shrimp and avocado without mashing them.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Mexican Shrimp Spinach Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1629.6 grams (1629.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1686

Total Fat 81.40g	104%
Saturated Fat 12.50g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 879mg	293%
Sodium 4349mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 126.80g	46%
Dietary Fiber 41.40g	148%
Total Sugars 17.30g
Protein 141.00g	282%

Vitamin D 805IU	4024%
Calcium 520mg	40%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 3810mg	81%

*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: 40.6%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 28.1%