
5.0 from 9 votes
Citrus Cajun Shrimp Salad
Citrus salad loaded with shrimp, veggies, and avocados with a light citrus vinaigrette dressing.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 360 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Salad
Cuisine:
Asian , American
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3-4 Cups Packed greens of choice
- 1 grapefruit cut into segments
- 1 orange cut into segments
- ½ small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
For cajun seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
For the citrus vinaigrette:
- ¼ Cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir all cajun seasoning ingredients. Add in the shrimps and gently toss to nicely coat them on all sides.
- In a small bowl, whisk all the vinaigrette ingredients. Set aside until ready to use. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Add shrimps in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until pink and curled.
- Add greens to a large bowl, then top with grapefruit, orange, avocado, red onion, and cajun shrimp.
- Pour dressing over, toss and enjoy!
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Notes
- You can cook the shrimp any way you prefer. Since it's summertime, you may want to grill them on the outdoor grill. You can also pan grill or use the oven.
- Use any oil of your choice.
- Please use raw shrimp and not pre-cooked.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
360kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
26g
(52%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
286mg
(95%)
Sodium
1041mg
(43%)
Potassium
629mg
(18%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
2180IU
(44%)
Vitamin C
65.4mg
(73%)
Calcium
215mg
(22%)
Iron
3.5mg
(19%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360
% Daily Value*
Calories | 360kcal | 18% |
Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
Protein | 26g | 52% |
Fat | 20g | 31% |
Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
Cholesterol | 286mg | 95% |
Sodium | 1041mg | 43% |
Potassium | 629mg | 13% |
Fiber | 6g | 24% |
Sugar | 10g | 20% |
Vitamin A | 2180IU | 44% |
Vitamin C | 65.4mg | 73% |
Calcium | 215mg | 22% |
Iron | 3.5mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.