SHRIMP SALAD WITH CILANTRO-LIME VINAIGRETTE

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To satisfy a hungry crowd, serve this tart shrimp salad, courtesy of Joanna Rockwell of San Diego, California, with white or brown rice in place of lettuce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 small white onion, diced small
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus leaves for serving
1 head Bibb or Boston lettuce, leaves separated
2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to skillet and cook until opaque throughout, about 5 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
  • To skillet, add 1 teaspoon oil and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 3 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, and cayenne and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Remove skillet from heat. Add cooked shrimp and toss to combine.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons oil, lime juice, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Divide lettuce among 4 plates. Top with shrimp mixture, carrots, and cilantro leaves. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

Bilall Bilall
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This is the best shrimp salad I've ever had.


Jay Stephens
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I can't wait to make this salad again!


FARWA ISHAQ
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Junaidameen 4545
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and veggies.


Levi Ackerman
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad.


VENOM GAMER
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Sophia Joe
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I'm not usually a fan of seafood, but this salad changed my mind.


md ecahak
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This is my new favorite shrimp salad recipe.


MUDASSIR Ali
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Just made this salad and it's delicious! The dressing is so yummy.


Antoni Rojo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner.


Amogelang Senoge
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This salad is perfect for summer gatherings.


Shamell Apiyo
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So refreshing and flavorful!! Loved the cilantro lime vinaigrette.


Muzammil Kareem
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success!


Abdullahi sulaiman
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Nomavila Ngozo
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my guests.


Jalbani Jal
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This shrimp salad is amazing! The flavors are so fresh and bright, and the shrimp is perfectly cooked.