Fennel and Spinach Salad with Shrimp and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Fennel and Spinach Salad with Shrimp and Balsamic Vinaigrette
18 min.
4
353kcal

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Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Fennel and Spinach Salad featuring succulent shrimp and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Packed with fresh, nutritious ingredients, this dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also comes together in just 18 minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch or a delightful side at dinner. The combination of crisp baby spinach and licorice-flavored fennel creates a refreshing base, while the juicy grape tomatoes add a hint of sweetness that perfectly complements the savory shrimp.

The dish is finished off with a homemade vinaigrette made from balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and extra-virgin olive oil, providing a zesty kick that ties all the ingredients together beautifully. For an added crunch and flavor, crumbled center-cut bacon brings a delightful richness to the plate. This satisfying salad not only offers a well-rounded meal with a caloric breakdown that is both hearty and wholesome, but it’s also visually stunning with its array of colors and textures.

Whether you're entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, this Fennel and Spinach Salad with Shrimp is sure to impress. Dive into a bowl of this fresh, flavorful creation that embodies the essence of healthy eating without compromising on taste!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach fresh
  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • cups fennel bulb thinly sliced ( 1 medium bulb)
  • cup grape tomatoes halved
  • pound shrimp deveined peeled
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup onion red thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons shallots finely chopped
  • slices bacon 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp.
  2. Remove bacon from pan, reserving drippings, and crumble.
  3. Add the shrimp to pan, and cook 2 minutes, turning once.
  4. Combine bacon, 2 cups fennel, grape tomatoes, red onion, and baby spinach in a bowl.
  5. Combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  6. Add the shrimp and balsamic mixture to spinach mixture; toss well.

Nutrition Facts

Calories353kcal
Protein32.49%
Fat55.53%
Carbs11.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.5
Glycemic Load
2.47
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.468260682147%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.47mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.49mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
4.23mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
6.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:352.86kcal
17.64%
Fat:22.28g
34.27%
Saturated Fat:5.26g
32.86%
Carbohydrates:10.82g
3.61%
Net Carbohydrates:7.04g
2.56%
Sugar:4.82g
5.35%
Cholesterol:200.39mg
66.8%
Sodium:550.21mg
23.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.32g
58.65%
Vitamin K:345.01µg
328.58%
Vitamin A:6362IU
127.24%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.26%
Folate:146.69µg
36.67%
Vitamin C:30.13mg
36.52%
Phosphorus:354.6mg
35.46%
Copper:0.6mg
30.21%
Potassium:1031.18mg
29.46%
Magnesium:109.16mg
27.29%
Vitamin E:3.39mg
22.59%
Calcium:171.18mg
17.12%
Iron:3.07mg
17.06%
Zinc:2.39mg
15.96%
Fiber:3.78g
15.14%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.45%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.47%
Vitamin B3:2.09mg
10.45%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.05%
Selenium:6.96µg
9.94%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.7%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.25%
Source:My Recipes