Grilled Shrimp and Watermelon Chopped Salad
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Grilled Shrimp and Watermelon Chopped Salad
Description
The salad is dressed with a mixture of golden balsamic vinegar, water, chopped shallots, crushed garlic, kosher salt, and fresh black pepper, emulsified with extra virgin olive oil. Shrimp are seasoned with a seasoned salt and garlic, then grilled briefly on skewers over medium-high heat to achieve a smoky char while remaining tender. Romaine lettuce is tossed with the tangy dressing, then plated with diced watermelon cubes and crumbled soft goat cheese.
The combination balances the smoky grilled shrimp, crisp greens, sweet watermelon, and creamy goat cheese for a complex flavor experience. The light dressing brightens the dish while complementing the natural sweetness of the fruit and the richness of the cheese and shrimp. Preparing the shrimp on skewers allows even grilling and simple serving.
This salad works well as a light main course or an accompaniment to a summer meal, emphasizing fresh ingredients and balanced seasoning with minimal preparation steps. The use of balsamic vinegar and garlic in the dressing adds depth without overpowering the freshness of the other ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar golden, DeLallo brand
- 10 oz shelled and deveined (about 24 large shrimp)
- 8 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 tsp water
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- 4 cups watermelon diced
- 1 tbsp shallot chopped
- seasoned salt (to taste (I used Montreal Steak Grill Mates))
- 4 ounces soft goat cheese
- 1/8 kosher salt 1/8 tsp
- pinch black pepper fresh
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine vinegar, water, shallots, salt and pepper.
- Gradually add olive oil, stirring until incorporated.
- For the shrimp: If cooking outside on the grill, soak wooden skewers at least 30 minutes.
- Season shrimp with seasoned salt, then mix in crushed garlic.
- Thread the shrimp onto the skewers.
- Light the grill or indoor grill pan on medium to medium-high flame, when hot spray the grates with oil and grill the shrimp about 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Set aside.
- In a large bowl toss the romaine with the dressing.
- Divide between four plates and top with watermelon, goat cheese and grilled shrimp.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1salad | |
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 121mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 257mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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