Shrimp and Apple Salad with Ginger Vinaigrette

Shanthi Appelo
Shanthi Appelo

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shrimp salad
Featuring tangy, sweet and savory flavors, this salad is perfect for any occasion. Grilled shrimp marinated in a heart-healthy olive oil-based mixture add a delightful contrast to the salad, adding dimension to the crunchy salad.
Serving Amount
Ingredients
  • 1 pound peeled, deveined raw shrimp

  • 13 cup olive oil

  • 14 cup lime juice

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 14 tsp red pepper flakes

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Cilantro to taste

  • 5 cup romaine lettuce, chopped

  • 1 honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced

  • 12 cup walnuts, chopped

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 3 green onions, chopped

  • Ginger vinaigrette from the store or this recipe

Instructions
  • Step 1

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and cilantro.

  • Step 2

    Marinate shrimp for 30 minutes in a zipped bag or bowl.

  • Step 3

    Spray the grates with oil. Grill shrimp over high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side, until fully cooked. Let cool and add to salad.

  • Step 4

    In a large bowl, add all ingredients and toss with vinaigrette. Top with grilled shrimp.

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