Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb peeled and thawed shrimp
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder (can omit for less spicy)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tsp lime zest
- 3–4 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup light olive oil
- Pinch of salt, pepper, garlic powder (to taste)
Optional Salad Ingredients:
- Romaine, butterhead lettuce, arugula
- Chopped pineapple or mango
- Diced tomato and onion
- Diced avocado or guacamole and pico
- Cilantro, jalapeño, radish
Instructions
- Add the shrimp, oil and shrimp spices into a large bowl and mix the spices and oil with the shrimp to coat them all well, and then set aside to marinate in room temp for 10-20 minutes
- Prepare your salad ingredients and dressing. To make the dressing, combine lime zest, juice, oil and spices into a small container. Mix well and taste. Add any additional spices (salt, or garlic powder) or lime juice to taste
- After shrimp has marinated, heat a large skillet or grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, add shrimp to the pan in one even layer without overcrowding. You may need to do this in two batches. Cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through, and remove from heat
- Assemble salad by mixing the greens with 2 tablespoons dressing per serving/salad, and then layering on the shrimp, fruit, vegetables and toppings you prefer
Notes
- You can take the tails of the shrimp off prior, however they do retain more flavor when cooked with the tails on.
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