Shrimp Salad with Exotic Fruits and Lemon-Sesame Dressing
A fresh and balanced Mediterranean-inspired salad, combining golden pan-seared shrimp with exotic fruits like kiwi and avocado. The lemon-sesame dressing enhances every bite with a delicate Asian flair. Light, nutritious, and ready in under 30 minutes, it is the perfect dish for a healthy lunch or an elegant dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 7 oz peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 fresh lemons (juice + zest)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, cubed
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 5 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp white or black sesame seeds
- 3.5 oz fresh lettuce leaves or arugula
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (0.5 oz)
- 1 tbsp warm water
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- 1
Prepare the shrimp: rinse and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and the juice of half a lemon.
- 2
In a skillet heated over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate to cool.
- 3
Prepare the dressing: in a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil with the juice of 1.5 lemons, the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of warm water, and the sesame seeds. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- 4
Assemble your salad: arrange the lettuce or arugula as a base in a bowl or on a platter. Harmoniously add the red onions, avocado cubes, kiwi slices, bell pepper strips, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- 5
Top the salad with the cooled shrimp.
- 6
Drizzle the lemon-sesame dressing gently over the salad and sprinkle generously with fresh parsley or cilantro.
- 7
Toss lightly just before serving to ensure all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a richer salad, add shaved Parmesan or fresh goat cheese. If preparing this salad in advance, keep the shrimp and dressing separate and assemble just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting. Optional: a dash of toasted sesame oil in the dressing subtly enhances the Asian flavors.
