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Cajun Shrimp Salad Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and vibrant salad featuring Cajun-spiced shrimp, fresh vegetables, and herbs, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Spices

  • 2 teaspoon Cajun spice
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Salt

  • to taste Salt

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, fresh or frozen defrosted
  • 1 unit Cooking spray
  • 2 ears corn
  • 2 ½ cups salad leaves
  • 16 cherry tomatoes cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ½ bell pepper bell pepper (deseeded and finely chopped)
  • 4 green onions green onions (spring onions), finely sliced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro (coriander)

Instructions 

  • Season the shrimp with Cajun spice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Cook the seasoned shrimp in a skillet with cooking spray until pink and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Grill or boil the corn until tender, then cut the kernels off the cobs.
  • In a large bowl, combine salad leaves, cherry tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, green onions, corn, and cilantro.
  • Add the cooked shrimp on top and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp with spices for 15 minutes before cooking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp