Shrimp And Herb Salad Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Herb Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3/8 teaspoon salt, divided; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 (5-ounce) package mixed salad greens (about 5 cups); 1 cup shaved yellow squash (about 2 medium); 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano leaves

Servings: persons

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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle shrimp evenly with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Add shrimp to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until done.
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Combine oil, juice, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk. Combine greens, squash, basil, and oregano in a large bowl. Add oil mixture; toss gently to coat. Divide salad mixture evenly among 4 plates; top with shrimp.
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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, 3/8 teaspoon salt, divided, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Herb 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!

Shrimp And Herb Salad

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