Description
Grilled Mexican Shrimp Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures that brings the vibrant essence of Mexico to your table. This quick-to-prepare dish showcases juicy marinated shrimp, sweet grilled corn, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all beautifully tossed together for a satisfying meal. Perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings—this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy option that will leave you feeling fulfilled.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 ears fresh corn
- 15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 large avocado (chopped)
- 1 large tomato (chopped)
- 6–8 cups green leaf lettuce
- 4 oz queso fresco cheese (crumbled)
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Fresh thyme
- Ancho chili powder
- Lime zest
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and brush the grates with oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, thyme, ancho chili powder, lime zest, and garlic. Marinate the shrimp in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill corn for 14-16 minutes until charred; let cool and scrape off kernels.
- Increase grill heat to high and cook shrimp skewers for about 1½ minutes on each side until cooked through.
- In a large bowl, combine greens, corn kernels, black beans, tomatoes, avocado, queso fresco, and top with grilled shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg