Best Southwestern Shrimp Salad With Spicy Southwestern Dressing Recipes

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GRILLED SOUTHWESTERN SHRIMP SALAD



Grilled Southwestern Shrimp Salad image

Grilled shrimp salad filled with corn and lettuce gives you a hearty dinner - that's ready in 25 minutes. Perfect if you love Southwestern cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb uncooked deveined peeled large shrimp
1 teaspoon chili powder
3 ears fresh sweet corn, husks removed, cleaned
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
2 large tomatoes, cut into 8 wedges
1 small avocado, pitted, peeled and diced (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  • Sprinkle shrimp evenly with chili powder; set aside. Spray grill rack with cooking spray. Place corn on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 minutes, turning occasionally. Add shrimp to grill for last 6 minutes of cooking time; cook, turning once, until shrimp are pink. Cut kernels from ears of corn. Discard cobs. In small bowl, stir lime juice, oil, honey, salt, cumin and pepper with whisk; set aside.
  • In large bowl, stir together shrimp, corn, lettuce and tomatoes; drizzle with dressing and toss well. Add avocado; toss gently. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg

SOUTHWEST SHRIMP SALAD WITH SPICY HONEY-LIME DRESSING RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Southwest Shrimp Salad with Spicy Honey-Lime Dressing Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 16

DRESSING:
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 to 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 to 8 cups mixed lettuce leaves
1 yellow pepper, deseeded and cut into strips
1/2 half cup red onion, diced
1 avocado, cut into bite size pieces
2 jalapeños peppers, deseeded and cut into bite size pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 cup of shredded cheese
1/4 cup of sour cream
Juice and zest of one lime
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons honey
2 to 3 teaspoons taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or cruet, combine the sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, oil, honey and taco seasoning. Stir or shake to combine. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the rest of the salad. Place the shrimp in a container with a lid. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the shrimp. Place the lid on the container. Shake to coat. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over a medium flame. Add shrimp to the pan, making sure they lie flat and do not over lap. Cook for 3 minutes, or until the side touching the pan starts to turn pink. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the shrimp to cool. In a large bowl combine lettuce, peppers, onion, avocado, and tomatoes. Add shrimp and cheese. Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad and toss.

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Salad With Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime, lettuce, bell pepper, fresh cilantro, black beans, red onion, corn, scallion, tomato

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 avocado, halved
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1 head lettuce, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro
15 oz black beans, 1 can
½ cup red onion, chopped
15 oz corn, 1 can
¼ cup scallion
¾ cup tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl add lettuce, peppers, cilantro, beans, onion, corn, green onion, and tomatoes.
  • Top with prepared dressing; toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH SHRIMP



Southwestern Salad with Shrimp image

For a quick, easy, and delicious meal, make this salad for supper in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 small heads red- or green-leaf lettuce, torn
1 avocado, diced small
1/2 English cucumber, diced small
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 to 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high. Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper. Cook until opaque throughout, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, avocado, cucumber, and red onion. In a small bowl, combine chile, lime juice, and honey; season with salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in 3 tablespoons oil. To serve, top salad with shrimp, drizzle with dressing, and sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

SOUTHWESTERN STIR-FRIED SHRIMP



Southwestern Stir-Fried Shrimp image

Bring a little of the southwest to your dinner table with this sassy shrimp and pepper stir-fry.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb uncooked deveined peeled large shrimp (about 24), thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 large red bell pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/3 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In medium glass or plastic bowl, mix lime juice, cornstarch, cumin, salt and black pepper. Stir in shrimp. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add yellow and red bell peppers, onion, broth, garlic, red pepper and cilantro; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add shrimp mixture; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

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