Summer Garden Salad with Chili-Garlic Shrimp

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Summer Garden Salad with Chili-Garlic Shrimp
45 min.
6
340kcal

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Summer is the perfect time to indulge in fresh, vibrant flavors, and our Summer Garden Salad with Chili-Garlic Shrimp embodies everything we love about this season. This delightful dish is not only refreshing but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a side dish for a summertime barbecue, or a satisfying main course that won't weigh you down, this salad has you covered.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the succulent shrimp, marinated in a zesty chili-garlic sauce. As they sizzle in a hot skillet, they develop a lovely caramelization that adds a depth of flavor to the salad. Paired with vibrant ingredients like ripe avocado, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes, each bite delivers a burst of freshness. The added crunch of cucumber and the aromatic touch of fresh mint elevate this dish further, ensuring that your taste buds are dancing with delight.

With only 45 minutes of preparation time, you can bring this colorful and nutritious meal to your table in no time. It's perfect for gatherings with friends, picnics in the park, or simply a nourishing lunch at home. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make a dish that’s as exciting as the sunshine of summer itself!

Ingredients

  • large avocado pitted peeled halved cut into thin slices
  • teaspoon sriracha 
  • 0.3  cucumber english halved lengthwise thinly sliced
  •  ears corn husked
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • cups the salad mixed loosely packed ()
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • teaspoon sesame oil toasted (such as Asian)
  • pounds shrimp deveined uncooked peeled
  • small tomatoes cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Mix chili-garlic sauce, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in large bowl.
  2. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over high heat until hot.
  4. Add half of shrimp and sauté until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Using tongs, transfer shrimp to plate.
  5. Add 1 tablespoon oil to same skillet.
  6. Add remaining shrimp and sauté until cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  7. Transfer shrimp to plate and cool.
  8. Cook corn in pot of boiling salted water until almost tender, about 5 minutes.
  9. Drain and cool.
  10. Cut corn kernels off cobs.
  11. Mix corn, tomatoes, and cucumber into shrimp.
  12. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, lime juice, soy sauce, and sesame oil in medium bowl. (Shrimp mixture and dressing can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
  13. Combine shrimp mixture with any accumulated juices, avocado, greens, and mint in large bowl.
  14. Add dressing and toss to coat.
  15. To prevent the avocado from turning brown, rinse the slices under cold water. They should retain their color for up to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories340kcal
Protein37.74%
Fat47.32%
Carbs14.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.67
Glycemic Load
0.76
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.194782798705%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.59mg
Hesperetin
0.47mg
Naringenin
0.32mg
Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:340.42kcal
17.02%
Fat:18.65g
28.7%
Saturated Fat:2.7g
16.86%
Carbohydrates:13.26g
4.42%
Net Carbohydrates:9.52g
3.46%
Sugar:3.74g
4.15%
Cholesterol:243.43mg
81.14%
Sodium:499.09mg
21.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.47g
66.95%
Phosphorus:408.32mg
40.83%
Copper:0.75mg
37.31%
Vitamin C:26.07mg
31.6%
Potassium:888.37mg
25.38%
Vitamin A:1176.93IU
23.54%
Magnesium:90.11mg
22.53%
Vitamin K:19.2µg
18.28%
Folate:71.62µg
17.91%
Vitamin E:2.68mg
17.83%
Zinc:2.64mg
17.6%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.64%
Fiber:3.74g
14.95%
Calcium:122.38mg
12.24%
Iron:1.92mg
10.65%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.43%
Vitamin B3:1.74mg
8.72%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.41%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.4%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.42%
Source:Epicurious