Shrimp and Nectarine Salad (Printable version)
Fresh grilled shrimp meets sweet nectarines and crisp greens in a tangy citrus dressing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 14 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Fruit
05 - 3 ripe nectarines, pitted and sliced
→ Vegetables
06 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, frisée)
07 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
08 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1 avocado, sliced
→ Dressing
10 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
12 - 1 tbsp honey
13 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
17 - 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds (optional)
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque throughout. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
04 - In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced nectarines, cucumber, red onion, and avocado. Arrange ingredients evenly.
05 - Add the cooked shrimp to the salad bowl. Drizzle with the citrus dressing and toss gently until all components are evenly coated.
06 - Garnish with torn fresh mint leaves and toasted sliced almonds if desired. Serve immediately while shrimp are still slightly warm and greens are crisp.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The shrimp stays juicy and tender while the nectarines bring this incredible natural sweetness that balances perfectly with the citrus dressing
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but looks and tastes like something from a restaurant
02 -
- Do not overcook the shrimp or they will turn rubbery and tough
- Dress the salad right before serving or the greens will wilt and get soggy
03 -
- Pat the shrimp completely dry before seasoning so they sear instead of steam
- Taste a nectarine before adding it to make sure it is sweet enough