Roasted Shrimp Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Roasted Shrimp Salad is a quick yet elegant dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining. Plump shrimp are lightly seasoned and roasted to tender perfection, then paired with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy cucumber. A zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette, infused with Dijon mustard and a touch of honey, ties it all together for the ultimate balance of savory, tangy, and sweet. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome salad is not only healthy but effortlessly sophisticated—ideal for anyone seeking a light, protein-rich meal. Serving four, it’s a vibrant feast that’ll impress any seafood lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (sliced)
• 1 avocado (sliced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well coated.

Step 3

Spread the shrimp evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until pink and fully cooked.

Step 4

While the shrimp is roasting, prepare the salad base. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado slices, and red onion.

Step 5

Make the lemon vinaigrette by whisking together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 6

Once the shrimp are done roasting, allow them to cool slightly before adding them to the salad.

Step 7

Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your roasted shrimp salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1361.8 grams (1361.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1233

Total Fat 71.10g	91%
Saturated Fat 11.00g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 886mg	295%
Sodium 2274mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 48.60g	18%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 19.60g
Protein 119.00g	238%

Vitamin D 811IU	4056%
Calcium 349mg	27%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 3308mg	70%

*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: 48.8%

Protein: 36.3%

Carbs: 14.8%