Shrimp Salad
Juicy Shrimp Salad: Enjoy the delightful texture of plump shrimp with a zesty yuzu dressing!
This shrimp salad features a wonderful combination of fresh greens and succulent, firm shrimp. Paired with a bright and aromatic yuzu dressing, it’s perfect for a light breakfast or a healthy diet meal. Experience a satisfying yet light dish.
Salad Ingredients- 1 large handful of mixed salad greens
- 12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 pitted olives, sliced
- A small amount of dried cranberries
Yuzu Dressing Ingredients- 2 Tbsp store-bought yuzu tea (or yuzu marmalade)
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch of salt
- A little freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp store-bought yuzu tea (or yuzu marmalade)
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch of salt
- A little freshly ground black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by preparing all the ingredients for a delicious shrimp salad. Freshness is key!
Step 2
To ensure a crisp texture for your mixed salad greens, soak them in cold water for about 5 minutes. This trick can revive even slightly wilted greens! Make sure to thoroughly pat them dry with paper towels before using. This prevents the dressing from pooling at the bottom.
Step 3
Now, let’s whip up the vibrant yuzu dressing that will elevate your shrimp salad. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of yuzu tea, 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Whisk everything together until well emulsified. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding a little more yuzu tea or honey if needed, or add more lemon juice for extra tang. Finish with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper for a perfectly balanced flavor.
Step 4
To eliminate any potential fishiness from the shrimp and infuse them with a fresh aroma, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (in addition to the dressing ingredients) to the boiling water. This step ensures your shrimp will be perfectly plump and flavorful.
Step 5
Carefully add the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Immediately remove the shrimp and plunge them into an ice bath or rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process and preserve their firm texture. Drain well. Slice the pitted olives.
Step 6
It’s time to assemble your beautiful shrimp salad! Serve the dressing separately in a small dish so each person can add as much as they like. Arrange the thoroughly dried mixed greens on a serving plate. Top with the cooled, cooked shrimp, sliced olives, and a sprinkle of dried cranberries. Drizzle with the yuzu dressing just before serving for a fresh, vibrant, and utterly delicious shrimp salad. Enjoy!
