Best 7 Grilled Shrimp Salad With Sweet Tea Vinaigrette Recipes

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Seafood lovers, gather around! Grilled Shrimp Salad with Sweet Tea Vinaigrette is a tantalizing dish that will transport your taste buds to a coastal paradise. This delightful salad boasts succulent grilled shrimp, a medley of crisp vegetables, and a refreshing dressing made with sweet tea, vinegar, and zesty herbs.

But that's not all! Along with the main recipe, you'll also discover variations that cater to different dietary needs and preferences. Craving a vegetarian option? Try the Grilled Veggie Salad with Sweet Tea Vinaigrette, where tender grilled vegetables take center stage. If you're gluten-free, the Gluten-Free Grilled Shrimp Salad with Sweet Tea Vinaigrette has got you covered with its use of gluten-free ingredients.

And if you're looking for a lighter option, the Grilled Shrimp Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing provides a tangy twist with its zesty lemon-herb dressing. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile that will satisfy your cravings and keep you coming back for more. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey with Grilled Shrimp Salad with Sweet Tea Vinaigrette and its delectable variations – your taste buds will thank you!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMER GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD



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I love to make main-dish salads in the summertime and serve them with some crusty bread and a nice glass of wine! This one is one of my favorites, featuring sweet and smoky grilled shrimp and a cilantro vinaigrette.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ¼ teaspoons smokehouse maple seasoning (such as McCormick® Grill Mates®)
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
12 ounces peeled and deveined shrimp
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 cups mixed salad greens, or more to taste
½ cup thinly sliced English cucumber
⅓ cup freshly cooked corn
½ cup diced tomato
¼ cup sliced red onion
1 avocado, diced

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, maple seasoning, and lemon juice in a glass bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to grill.
  • Whisk olive oil, honey, lime juice, cilantro, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Set vinaigrette aside.
  • Preheat an indoor or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Thread the shrimp onto skewers. Grill until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skewers and set aside.
  • Place mixed greens in the bottom of a large salad bowl. Lay cucumber, corn, tomato, red onion, and avocado in sections on top of the greens. Pile the grilled shrimp in the center of the salad. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 746.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 255.4 mg, Fat 51.7 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 931.8 mg, Sugar 23.7 g

GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 medium-large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette (recipe below)
1 pkg. (12 oz.) DOLE® Very Veggie®
10 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
2 medium mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 green onions, diagonally sliced

Steps:

  • Brush shrimp with 2 to 3 tablespoons Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette. Grill over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes or until pink, turning once.
  • Divide salad on 2 large plates. Arrange shrimp, tomatoes, mushrooms and green onions on each. Drizzle with Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette, to taste. Refrigerated leftovers.
  • Combine 1/3 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 cup toasted sesame seed, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoons finely chopped ginger, and 2 teaspoons minced garlic in blender container. Cover; blend until smooth. Slowly add 2/3 cup canola oil and 1/3 cup sesame oil in thin stream, until blended. Makes about 1-1/2 cups.

GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD



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Provided by Tia Mowry

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails left on)
1 lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, minced or grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 head butter or Bibb lettuce
1 avocado, diced
1 ripe tomato, diced
1/4 cup pitted black olives
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • For the grilled shrimp: Prepare a grill for medium heat. In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, garlic powder and a pinch each of sea salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat well. Thread the shrimp onto metal skewers.
  • Lay the shrimp on the hot grill and cook until cooked through (the flesh will turn opaque) and grill marks form, about 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. When cool enough to handle, pull the shrimp off the skewers.
  • For the vinaigrette: Add the lemon juice, garlic and a pinch each of kosher salt and pepper to a large bowl. Whisk together, then slowly stream in the olive oil while whisking. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • For the salad: Add the lettuce, avocado and tomato to the bowl with the dressing. Toss to coat well, then transfer to a serving bowl or platter, leaving any leftover vinaigrette in the bowl. Top the salad with the olives, goat cheese and shrimp. Drizzle the leftover vinaigrette in the bowl over the shrimp. Serve immediately.

GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD



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Succulent grilled shrimp with greens and a tangy, slightly sweet dressing.

Provided by Sherill

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (12 ounce) bag spring mix salad greens
½ cup halved grape tomatoes, or to taste
½ cup cucumber slices, or to taste
¼ cup chopped walnuts, or to taste
½ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ tablespoon white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, seafood seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a glass or ceramic bowl. Add shrimp and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • While the shrimp is marinating, toss together salad greens, tomatoes, cucumber slices, and walnuts in a bowl; place in the refrigerator. Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl for the dressing; set aside.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove shrimp from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Cook the shrimp on the preheated grill until bright pink on the outside and meat is opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Put shrimp on top of the salad greens mixture. Pour dressing over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 79.2 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1593.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER VINAIGRETTE



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Hot grilled shrimp and cherry tomatoes top this sesame-flavored salad.

Provided by Dole

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Dole

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 medium-large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette (recipe below)
1 (12 ounce) package DOLE® Very Veggie™
10 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
2 medium mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 green onions, diagonally sliced

Steps:

  • Brush shrimp with 2 to 3 tablespoons Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette. Grill over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes or until pink, turning once.
  • Divide salad on 2 large plates. Arrange shrimp, tomatoes, mushrooms and green onions on each. Drizzle with Ginger Sesame Vinaigrette, to taste. Refrigerated leftovers.

GRILLED SHRIMP SALADS WITH COCONUT VINAIGRETTE



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I first tried a salad very similar to this when visiting a friend in Florida. When I returned, I was determined to create the same refreshing combination at home. The secret is the coconut-milk marinade-makes the shrimp incredibly tender and flavorful. -Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup coconut milk
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
SALAD:
4 cups spring mix salad greens
1 cup green grapes
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 3/4 cup into a shallow dish. Add the shrimp; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining vinaigrette., Drain and discard vinaigrette from shrimp. Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack., Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp turn pink, turning once, 6-8 minutes. Divide the salad ingredients among four plates; top with shrimp. Serve with reserved vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH VINAIGRETTE



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"This is a wonderful light main dish to serve when you aren't in the mood for a heavy meal," suggests Lisa Casey of Roanoke, Virginia. "I love the fresh seafood flavor and hint of citrus in the dressing."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium navel oranges, peeled
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
5 cups torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
5 cups torn leaf lettuce
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, garlic, sugar and orange zest. Whisk in oil; set aside. Cut oranges into 1/2-in. slices; cut slices into quarters. Add oranges, shrimp and pimientos to dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour., Just before serving, toss the shrimp mixture with lettuces and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, wild shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and devein the shrimp before grilling to remove any grit or impurities.
  • Marinate the shrimp in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices before grilling to enhance their taste.
  • Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat until they are cooked through but still tender and juicy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Let the shrimp cool slightly before adding them to the salad to prevent the greens from wilting.
  • Use a variety of salad greens for a more colorful and flavorful salad.
  • Add other vegetables to the salad for a more substantial meal, such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber, or avocado.
  • Make the sweet tea vinaigrette ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Store the leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This grilled shrimp salad with sweet tea vinaigrette is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The shrimp are grilled to perfection and tossed with a tangy and sweet vinaigrette, while the salad greens provide a crisp and refreshing base. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover grilled shrimp. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal that is both delicious and healthy, give this grilled shrimp salad with sweet tea vinaigrette a try.

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