Seared Shrimp Salad With Avocado, Papaya And Grapef

Name: Seared Shrimp Salad With Avocado, Papaya And Grapefruit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Shrimp:; 1 TBL low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tsp grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 garlic clove, minced; pinch sugar; pinch dried red pepper flakes; 24 raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left intact; Sesame-Ginger Dressing:; 2 TBL fresh lemon juice; 2 TBL rice vinegar; 1 TBL beaten egg; 1 tsp grated peeled ginger; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 c olive oil; 1 tsp oriental sesame oil; salt; 1 TBL snipped fresh chives; Salad:; 8 c mesclun (assorted salad greens, e.g., curly endive, radicchio, arugula, etc.); 1 large ripe avocado; 1 papaya, halved, seeded, peeled, each half cut into 8 thin wedges; 1 large grapefruit, peeled, white pith removed, cut between membranes into sections

Servings: persons

Shrimp:
1 TBL low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp grated peeled fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
pinch sugar
pinch dried red pepper flakes
24 raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left intact
Sesame-Ginger Dressing:
2 TBL fresh lemon juice
2 TBL rice vinegar
1 TBL beaten egg
1 tsp grated peeled ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 c olive oil
1 tsp oriental sesame oil
salt
1 TBL snipped fresh chives
Salad:
8 c mesclun (assorted salad greens, e.g., curly endive, radicchio, arugula, etc.)
1 large ripe avocado
1 papaya, halved, seeded, peeled, each half cut into 8 thin wedges
1 large grapefruit, peeled, white pith removed, cut between membranes into sections

1
For shrimp: Combine soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sugar, and red pepper flakes in shallow bowl. Add shrimp, toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
2
For dressing: Combine lemon juice, vinegar, beaten egg, ginger and garlic in blender or processor and blend. With machine running, add olive oil through top in thin, steady stream and blend until dressing is emulsified and smooth. Mix in sesame oil. Season with salt. Transfer to small bowl. Stir in chives. Taste and adjust seasoning.
3
Heat heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Turn and sear other side, about 1 minute. Cover and keep warm.
4
For salad: Toss greens with enough dressing to coat lightly. Mound in center of 4 large plates. Halve, pit, and peel avocado. Cut each half lengthwise into 8 slices. Arrange avocado and papaya atop greens, alternating in pinwheel design. Arrange 6 shrimp in overlapping cluster in center of each salad; drizzle shrimp lightly with dressing. Arrange grapefruit sections around rims of plates. Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.

1035

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

153

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Shrimp:, 1 TBL low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp grated peeled fresh ginger, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Seared Shrimp Salad With Avocado, Papaya And Grapefruit 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.

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Seared Shrimp Salad With Avocado, Papaya And Grapefruit

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Variations & substitutions

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