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Easy Grilled Shrimp Salad Recipes

Easy Grilled Shrimp Salad Recipes

Juicy grilled shrimp tossed with crisp romaine, sweet corn, tomatoes, and avocado in a bright lime-honey vinaigrette. A fresh, high-protein salad ready in about 30 minutes—perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined thawed if frozen
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for shrimp
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt for shrimp
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper for shrimp
  • 6 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels grilled or thawed frozen
  • 1 ea avocado, diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil for dressing
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt for dressing
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper for dressing

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes.
  • In a bowl, toss shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp pepper. Thread onto skewers if desired.
  • Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred. Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.
  • Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp pepper to make the dressing.
  • In a large bowl, combine romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, corn, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  • Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Add grilled shrimp and the remaining dressing. Toss gently and serve immediately.

Notes

For a stovetop option, sear shrimp in a hot skillet 2 to 3 minutes per side. Make ahead: grill shrimp and mix dressing up to 1 day in advance; toss with greens just before serving. Add crumbled feta or queso fresco for extra richness if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg