Description
Grilled Mexican Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or light weeknight dinners. This salad features marinated grilled shrimp, sweet corn, black beans, creamy avocado, and crumbled queso fresco, all harmoniously combined to create a colorful and nutritious meal. The zesty lime and ancho chili marinade infuse the shrimp with incredible flavor, while the fresh vegetables offer a satisfying crunch. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this salad is versatile enough to serve as a main course or as a delightful side. Customize it with your favorite toppings or dressings for a truly personalized dining experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large raw shrimp
- 2 ears fresh corn
- 1 large avocado
- 15 oz can black beans
- 4 oz queso fresco cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 tbsp ancho chili powder
- 1 tsp fresh lime zest
- 4 cloves garlic
- Olive oil or avocado oil cooking spray
- Coarse salt and pepper
- 6–8 cups green leaf lettuce
- 1 large tomato
Instructions
- Preheat the grill over medium heat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk olive oil, thyme, ancho chili powder, lime zest, and garlic together. Pat shrimp dry and marinate in the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Skewer the shrimp and grill for about 1½ minutes per side until cooked through.
- Grill corn until charred (about 14-16 minutes), then cool and scrape off kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine greens, corn kernels, tomatoes, black beans, avocado chunks, queso fresco, and grilled shrimp.
- Toss gently to mix before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Opt for fresh seasonal vegetables for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning according to personal preferences; feel free to add spicy elements like jalapeños if desired.