Zesty Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Salad
A vibrant salad featuring grilled shrimp, fresh greens, and a zesty marinade for a delightful Mediterranean meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Once the grill is ready, place the shrimp on it and grill each side for about 2-3 minutes.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- When the shrimp are ready, place them on top of the salad and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
- Gently toss the salad together and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread or quinoa and a cool drink. Store shrimp and salad separately for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg