THAI SHRIMP SALAD FOR 2

Thai Shrimp Salad for 2 image

Here's a deliciously different salad that blends grilled shrimp, a lean source of protein, with the low-calorie crunch of cucumber and onion. It's tossed and dressed with Thai flavors of sesame, cilantro, lime and refreshing mint. Annette Traverso - San Rafael, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 large sweet onion, sliced
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced
2 cups torn leaf lettuce

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients; set aside. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper; thread onto 2 metal or soaked wooden skewers. , Place skewers on an oiled grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp turn pink, 2-4 minutes., Stir the dressing; add the shrimp, onion and cucumber. Toss to coat. Divide lettuce between 2 salad plates; top with shrimp mixture and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges