Best Quick Shrimp Salad Recipes

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QUICK SHRIMP SALAD WITH KEY LIME DRESSING



Quick Shrimp Salad With Key Lime Dressing image

This refreshing, minty salad takes about 10 minutes to throw together. The oranges and broccoli are rich in antioxidants, the shrimp are high in protein and low in fat, and the yogurt has protective bacteria.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound cooked shrimp (tails removed), cut in bite-sized pieces
2 seedless oranges (in slices or chunks)
2 cups small broccoli florets, crisp-cooked
¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
¼ cup sliced almonds
1 (6 ounce) container fat-free Key lime yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Refrigerate; serve chilled. Garnish with mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 113.5 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

QUICK & EASY SHRIMP SALAD



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Easy salad that's perfect for a summer lunch or to take on a picnic--just be sure to keep cold until serving time! Feel free to use boiled fresh shrimp if you have 'em!

Provided by Bethanna

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 ounces frozen salad shrimp
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 dash garlic salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced fine
1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional)
Old Bay Seasoning (optional)

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp and chop, if desired.
  • Mix mayo, ketchup, garlic salt and Worcestershire-makes a pink sauce.
  • Stir shrimp, pink sauce, and bell pepper together. Season to taste with Tabasco and Old Bay.
  • Serve in tomato halves or on a croissant.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.9, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 274.9, Sodium 1954.5, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 10.2, Protein 28.6

QUICK SHRIMP AND LIME SALAD FOR TWO



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This salad is our favorite quick meal when its just the two of us. Add bread to complete the meal. It's easy to substitute ingredients; try precooked shrimp thawed and soaked in lime juice or top with feta cheese.

Provided by MINDY

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 21m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 limes, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup olive oil
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
½ (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and rinsed
1 clove garlic, minced
ground black pepper to taste
kosher salt to taste
1 (8 ounce) package mixed salad greens (such as Dole® European Blend)
3 avocados, sliced
2 tomatoes, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • Marinate shrimp in 3 tablespoons of lime juice in a bowl, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard lime juice.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Combine 1/4 cup olive oil with 1 tablespoon lime juice in a bowl. Add onion, olives, garlic, pepper, and salt; stir dressing to combine.
  • Divide greens, shrimp, avocados, tomatoes, and dressing between 2 large bowls; toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 46.7 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 808.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

QUICK SHRIMP SALAD



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This is a quick and easy recipe that can be adjusted to your taste. Great for last minute treats and celebrations.

Provided by Dorothy Wiggins

Categories     Seafood

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 c cooked shrimp
1/2 medium to large ripe avocado
1/2 c mayonnaise
2 Tbsp cocktail sauce * optional
3 Tbsp chilli sauce * optional
1 - 2 Tbsp dijon mustard * optional
1 - 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro * optional
1/2 - 1 c fresh,clean & dry watercress or spring salad mix per person
tobasco or favorite hot sauce
slices of your favorite fresh bread * optional
* salt & pepper to taste
SUBSTITUTE
1/2 c non-fat sour cream for mayonnaise
1/4 c non-fat plain yogurt blended with equal amount of mayonnaise
your favorite crackers

Steps:

  • 1. Clean and dry all fresh herbs and greens. Set them aside.
  • 2. Cut the avocado in half. Remove the pit. Scoop the avocado to loosen it from its skin. While in the skin, slice the avocado thinly across the width. Then cut diagonally in thin slices. Each piece should be smaller than bite size. Set aside for later.
  • 3. Rinse and drain the cooked shrimp. Set shrimp aside for later.
  • 4. In a glass mixing bowl blend mayonnaise,seasoning, herbs and dijon mustard, chilli sauce, cocktail sauce and/or hot sauce. Add salt & pepper to taste.
  • 5. Place shrimp on paper towel to and pat dry. When dry, add the shrimp to the sauce blend.
  • 6. Add avocado chunks to shrimp and sauce.
  • 7. Blend gently by turning with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Cover and chill for at least 20 minutes.
  • 8. Uncover and taste. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • 9. To serve as a salad, place clean dry greens on a plate. Place a scoop of the shrimp mix on top of the green. Place your favorite dressing on the side.
  • 10. To serve as an open-faced sandwich, place slices of bread on the a plate and add scoops of shrimp mix to the top of the bread or serve on the side. Suggestion:Serve with fresh fruit or salad greens on the side.

QUICK SHRIMP SALAD



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Do your next solo entree deliciously-and quickly! Our Quick Shrimp Salad recipe is ready in a flash and doesn't skimp on snow peas and deliciousness.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups torn salad greens
3 oz. frozen cooked cleaned shrimp, thawed (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup snow peas
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Classic CATALINA Dressing
1/4 cup chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Place greens on dinner plate.
  • Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Sodium 660 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 21 g

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