Margarita shrimp salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Margarita shrimp salad is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 25 minutes of prep time and about 5 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 25 Minutes
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Shrimp
Category Seafood
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1/4 cup tequila

  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest

  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly slivered

  • 4 cups torn romaine lettuce

  • 2 medium heads endive, cored and torn into pieces

  • 1 orange, peeled and cut into segments

  • 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Directions

  • Add the shrimp, tequila, orange zest, lime zest, and salt to a medium bowl and mix. Cover the bowl and place in refrigerator to marinate for 10 minutes.

  • In a separate bowl, add the onion, cover with ice water, and let stand for about ten minutes.

  • Drain the onion and add it to a large bowl. Toss with the romaine, endive, orange segments, avocado, and lime juice. Divide onto four plates.

  • Drain the shrimp mixture, saving the marinade in a catch bowl. Using a large skillet on a medium-high setting, heat the oil and add the shrimp. Sauté until the shrimp are pink and firm, about 2-3 minutes. Divide the cooked shrimp on salad plates.

  • Bring the leftover marinade to a boil while stirring. When reduced slightly, spoon the mixture evenly over the shrimp.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 407 cal

  • Total fat: 22g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 12g

  • Cholesterol: 181mg

  • Sodium: 633mg

  • Potassium: 1021mg

  • Carbohydrate: 22g

  • Fiber: 10g

  • Protein: 27g