Spectacular Shrimp Salad Main Dish Recipes

SHRIMP SALAD

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This shrimp salad is a blend of tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, dill and seasonings, all coated in a creamy dressing. An easy make-ahead lunch option that's high in protein and easy to make!

Provided by Sara Welch

Categories Salad

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 lemon (quartered)
1/2 cup celery (finely diced)
3 tablespoons red onion (minced)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped, plus more for garnish)

Steps:

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quartered lemon.
Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Drain the shrimp then pat dry.
Place the shrimp, celery, red onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, mustard and dill in a bowl. Toss gently to coat.
Garnish with additional fresh dill and serve, or cover and refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 297 mg, Sodium 684 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MAIN-DISH SHRIMP SALAD

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Susan Pursell of Garden Grove, California created this refreshing layered salad full of tangy bite-size shrimp, juicy tomatoes and crisp greens.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Dash garlic powder, salt and pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
15 cooked small shrimp
1 cup torn romaine
1 plum tomato, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, dill, mustard, garlic powder, salt and pepper; whisk in oil. Stir in shrimp. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Place romaine on a plate. Layer with tomato, celery and shrimp. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

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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

Ingredients

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

SPECTACULAR SHRIMP SALAD MAIN DISH

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A few years back, I was asked to bring a salad to a potluck. I didn't want to bring an ordinary dish, so I created this recipe. Everyone was pleased with the light vinegar-and-oil dressing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium cucumber
1/2 pound frozen medium cooked shrimp, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
Leaf lettuce, optional

Steps:

Slice cucumber in quarters lengthwise; cut into thin pieces and place in a bowl. Add the shrimp, beans and parsley. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and lemon-pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve over lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

MINESTRONE-STYLE SHRIMP SALAD

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This shrimp salad is the perfect dish to serve as a small dinner for two. It's very light and refreshing. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup canned white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup fresh corn
2 tablespoons sliced celery
2 tablespoons diced red onion
2 tablespoons diced carrot
2 tablespoons roasted sweet red peppers, diced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 cups Italian-blend salad greens
8 peeled and deveined cooked large shrimp
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, pesto, garlic, salt and pepper. Rinse pasta with cold water; drain. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, beans, tomato, corn, celery, onion, carrot, red peppers, parsley and dressing. Divide salad greens between 2 plates; top with pasta mixture and shrimp. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 23g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

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