Southwestern Shrimp Salad

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Southwestern Shrimp Salad is a healthy and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or light lunches. Succulent shrimp are marinated in a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then seared to perfection for a tantalizing hit of spice. Paired with crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and hearty black beans, this salad is elevated with a zesty lime and honey dressing that you can make creamy with optional Greek yogurt. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this nutrient-packed salad is an irresistible fusion of protein, fresh vegetables, and bold Southwestern seasonings. Serve it as a refreshing standalone dish or alongside tortilla chips for added crunch!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin (for dressing)
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (plain, optional for creamy dressing)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully coated. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, red onion, avocado, and half the chopped cilantro.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, ground cumin, and Greek yogurt (if using). Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Distribute the shrimp evenly over the salad.

Step 6

Garnish with the remaining chopped cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy your Southwestern Shrimp Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2087.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1643.7

Total Fat 58.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 858.3mg	0%
Sodium 3041.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 147.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 755.6mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 5308.7mg	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: 30.0%

Protein: 33.9%

Carbs: 36.1%