Ingredients
Scale
- 200g red shrimp (or river prawns)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 200g ripe avocado, cubed
- 200g romaine lettuce leaves
- 100g arugula leaves
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 20g toasted pine nuts
Instructions
- Prepare Grilling Mix: In a bowl, mix together olive oil, sliced red onion, minced garlic, lemon juice, and grapefruit juice.
- Marinate Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the mix and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill Shrimp: Grill the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes per side, until cooked through and pink.
- Prepare Avocado and Greens: Cut the avocado into cubes and place in a large bowl. Add the romaine lettuce and arugula leaves.
- Combine Shrimp: Once the shrimp are grilled, add them to the bowl with the avocado and greens. Toss gently.
- Add Pine Nuts: Add the toasted pine nuts and toss again.
- Serve: Serve the grilled shrimp salad warm, garnished with extra toasted pine nuts if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the shrimp, or they will become dry.
- Ensure the avocado is ripe for a creamy texture.
- Arugula adds a peppery note to the salad.
- For a vegetarian/vegan option, serve the avocado and greens with the dressing, omitting the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Latin Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 400
- Sugar: Approx. 5g
- Sodium: Approx. 200mg
- Fat: Approx. 30g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
- Fiber: Approx. 8g
- Protein: Approx. 20g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 150mg
Keywords: grilled shrimp, avocado, salad, greens, healthy