Asparagus Salad with Shrimp

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
15%
Asparagus Salad with Shrimp
20 min.
4
193kcal

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Are you looking to elevate your lunchtime or dinner experience with a dish that's not only vibrant but also incredibly satisfying? Look no further than this Asparagus Salad with Shrimp! This delightful salad is a perfect balance of fresh flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a gluten-free and dairy-free option. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a meal that's both nourishing and impressive.

Picture crisp asparagus, beautifully blanched to retain its green hue, combined with tender pink salad shrimp that add a touch of the sea. Drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and a hint of fresh garlic and lemon, this salad is as refreshing as it is delicious. The vibrant green of the asparagus, the blush of the shrimp, and the sprinkle of parsley create a visual feast that's sure to impress your guests, whether it’s at a casual lunch gathering or a more formal dinner.

This recipe yields four servings, making it perfect for sharing, but it’s also easily customizable to suit your individual tastes. Whether served as a side dish or a main course, this asparagus salad shines with its high protein content and low carbohydrates, fitting seamlessly into a healthier lifestyle. Don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy a dish that combines the best of nature's bounty in a matter of minutes!

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus 
  • 0.5 pound pink salad shrimp shelled cooked
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  •  garlic clove fresh minced
  • Tbsp juice of lemon to taste (more )
  • Tbsp parsley fresh minced
  • servings salt and pepper black to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Boil the asparagus: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and salt it well.
  2. Add the asparagus to the boiling water and boil for 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to cool.
  3. Add the shrimp to the pot of boiling water. If they are pre-cooked, remove after 30 seconds—this is just to warm them. If the shrimp are uncooked, boil them for 2-3 minutes, until cooked through.
  4. Remove the shrimp and add them to a large bowl.
  5. the asparagus spears thinly on the diagonal until you get close to the tip.
  6. Cut the asparagus tips off in one piece. (They look prettier that way.)
  7. Put the asparagus in the bowl with the shrimp.
  8. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to combine.
  9. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  10. Add more lemon juice if desired, to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories193kcal
Protein27.78%
Fat62.35%
Carbs9.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
0.72
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.453043377918%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
2.06mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.59mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
15.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:192.5kcal
9.62%
Fat:13.95g
21.45%
Saturated Fat:1.97g
12.31%
Carbohydrates:4.97g
1.66%
Net Carbohydrates:2.53g
0.92%
Sugar:2.24g
2.49%
Cholesterol:91.29mg
30.43%
Sodium:264.5mg
11.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.98g
27.96%
Vitamin K:70.89µg
67.52%
Copper:0.44mg
22.02%
Vitamin E:3.24mg
21.59%
Vitamin A:937.61IU
18.75%
Phosphorus:182.3mg
18.23%
Iron:2.87mg
15.96%
Folate:61.18µg
15.3%
Vitamin C:9.3mg
11.27%
Potassium:391.06mg
11.17%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.03%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.64%
Fiber:2.44g
9.76%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.54%
Zinc:1.39mg
9.29%
Magnesium:36.61mg
9.15%
Calcium:66.65mg
6.67%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.75%
Vitamin B3:1.13mg
5.65%
Selenium:2.72µg
3.89%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.24%