Cat Cora's Greek Shrimp and Caper Salad Recipe

Name: Cat Cora's Greek Shrimp and Caper Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs medium shrimp, cleaned and deveined; 2 garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 scallions, white & tender green parts, finely chopped; 1 cup red onion, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons capers, drained; 1 celery, finely chopped; 30 cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ground pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons Italian parsley, finely chopped

Servings: persons

2 lbs medium shrimp, cleaned and deveined
2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 scallions, white & tender green parts, finely chopped
1 cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 celery, finely chopped
30 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 teaspoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
ground pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Italian parsley, finely chopped

1
Bring 2 quarts water to boil in 3 qt pan.
2
Add 1 tsp salt.
3
Drop shrimp in and cook till just pink.
4
Drain and rinse briefly with cold water.
5
Mix lemon juice, garlic and red pepper flakes in large bowl and add hot shrimp to this mixture.
6
Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, make the dressing by whisking together all dressing ingredients, except parsley.
8
Mix shrimp with remaining salad ingredients.
9
Pour dressing over shrimp and sprinkle parsley over salad.
10
Mix well.
11
Chill until cold.
12
This salad can be served over greens.
13
This can also be served over cooked orzo.
14
If serving with orzo, use 1 lb of orzo and triple the dressing ingredients, so that there is enough to coat and flavor the orzo.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs medium shrimp, cleaned and deveined, 2 garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Cat Cora's Greek Shrimp and Caper Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cat Cora's Greek Shrimp and Caper Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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