Lemon-Splashed Shrimp Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Lemon-Splashed Shrimp Salad
45 min.
4
245kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and healthy dish that embodies the bright flavors of summer? Look no further than our Lemon-Splashed Shrimp Salad! This versatile recipe is not only a delightful main course but also makes for a fabulous side dish or lunch option. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing citrus notes, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering or weeknight dinner.

Imagine succulent shrimp perfectly cooked and tossed with al dente rotini pasta, crunchy celery, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all harmonized by the zesty kick of fresh lemon juice and grated lemon rind. The addition of creamy avocado and mild poblano pepper elevates the dish, adding layers of texture and flavor that will leave your taste buds singing.

As a bonus, this scrumptious recipe is dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or anyone simply looking to enjoy a lighter meal. With only 245 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while savoring the bold tastes of summer. Whether you're serving it at a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or as a satisfying lunch, our Lemon-Splashed Shrimp Salad is bound to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup avocado chopped
  • 0.8 cup celery sliced
  • cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • teaspoons olive oil extravirgin
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 cup poblano pepper seeded chopped
  • 0.7 cup rotini pasta uncooked (corkscrew pasta)
  • 1.5 pounds shrimp deveined peeled
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan.
  2. Add pasta to pan; cook 5 minutes or until almost tender.
  3. Add shrimp to pan; cook 3 minutes or until done.
  4. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  5. Combine pasta mixture, tomatoes, celery, avocado, poblano, cilantro, rind, juice, olive oil, and salt in a bowl; toss well.
  6. Wine note: The dominant green flavors here (avocado, celery), along with a nice hint of heat (poblanos) and citrus (lemon), all point to a perfect wine partner: sauvignon blanc. Sassy and herbal, sauvignon blanc itself is splashed with lemon flavors, making it a great mirror for the flavors of this salad. Try Girard Sauvignon Blanc 2005 from the Napa Valley ($15). -Karen MacNeil

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein58.23%
Fat21.18%
Carbs20.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39
Glycemic Load
3.28
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.915652057399%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Apigenin
0.54mg
Luteolin
1.08mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:245.43kcal
12.27%
Fat:5.91g
9.09%
Saturated Fat:0.9g
5.65%
Carbohydrates:12.93g
4.31%
Net Carbohydrates:10.33g
3.76%
Sugar:2.35g
2.61%
Cholesterol:273.86mg
91.29%
Sodium:684.13mg
29.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.57g
73.14%
Copper:0.86mg
42.78%
Phosphorus:412.47mg
41.25%
Vitamin C:31.63mg
38.34%
Potassium:739.67mg
21.13%
Magnesium:83.19mg
20.8%
Zinc:2.7mg
17.99%
Calcium:143.38mg
14.34%
Vitamin K:13.74µg
13.09%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.96%
Fiber:2.6g
10.41%
Selenium:6.68µg
9.54%
Iron:1.51mg
8.38%
Folate:33.01µg
8.25%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.74%
Vitamin A:378.14IU
7.56%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.93%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.36%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.3%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.53%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.38%
Source:My Recipes