Cranberry Pecan Shrimp Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this irresistibly vibrant Cranberry Pecan Shrimp Salad, a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. This refreshing dish features succulent, pan-seared shrimp tossed with a bed of crisp mixed greens, chewy dried cranberries, crunchy toasted pecans, and tangy crumbled feta, all complemented by a hint of sharpness from thinly sliced red onion. Finished with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette made with honey and Dijon mustard, this salad is a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick lunch or an elegant dinner. Packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, this shrimp salad recipe is sure to impress any seafood lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 6 cups mixed greens
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup pecans (toasted and roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
• 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic (minced)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 2

Season the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Place the shrimp in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to create the dressing.

Step 5

Add the cooked shrimp to the salad and gently toss to combine.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to evenly coat. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Cranberry Pecan Shrimp Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1075.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2136.3

Total Fat 139.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 992.7mg	0%
Sodium 3632.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 65.1g
Protein 137.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 931.9mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2266.8mg	0%

*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: 58.0%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 16.6%