MEXICAN SHRIMP SALAD

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Yummy shrimp for a salad, but you could also serve it with tortillas or with Mexican rice. Jalapeno and chili powder lend just the right amount of heat and a wonderful aroma! -Marie Bason, Bend, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 cups torn leaf lettuce
1/2 cup fat-free ranch salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first nine ingredients; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes., Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers; discard onion mixture. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack., Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink., Divide lettuce among four plates; top with shrimp. Serve immediately with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mairaj Shafique
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this salad. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the dressing was flavorful.


Ella Mendy
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This salad is so delicious and refreshing. I love that it's light and healthy, but still filling.


Mohammed Mohsin
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I love the combination of shrimp, avocado, and dressing in this salad. It's the perfect dish for a summer picnic or potluck.


Jabeda Bithi
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This is one of my favorite salad recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tlalang Palesa
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. The flavors are amazing and the shrimp are cooked perfectly.


Salisu M Abubakar
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing.


Hamim Ami
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


victoria okoro
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves shrimp salad.


Ruth Hitchcock
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Cooper Christie
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I'm not a huge fan of shrimp but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Umesh Mondal
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This is the best shrimp salad I've ever had. The dressing is so flavorful and the shrimp are cooked to perfection.


Marshall Shekede
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Cynthia muwanguzi
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that I can have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Arif Rahoman
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of shrimp, avocado, and dressing is just perfect.


Jamileishka Torres Santiago
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This Mexican shrimp salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were amazing and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.