Apple Almond Shrimp Salad
This apple almond shrimp salad is light, refreshing, and full of flavor. Juicy shrimp, crisp apples, crunchy almonds, and fresh greens come together with a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 lb cooked shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 apples Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith
- ½ cup sliced almonds toasted
- 4 cups mixed greens spinach, arugula, or romaine
- ½ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese optional
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: If raw, sauté shrimp in olive oil until pink and cooked through. If pre-cooked, rinse and pat dry.
- Slice the Apples & Toast Almonds: Thinly slice apples. Toast almonds in a dry skillet for 2–3 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Assemble the Salad: Add greens to a bowl. Top with shrimp, apple slices, almonds, and cheese (if using).
- Make the Dressing: Whisk olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Toss & Serve: Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss lightly and enjoy fresh.
Notes
- Use crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to prevent sogginess.
- Toasting almonds enhances their nutty flavor.
- Store salad without dressing in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 520mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12g
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