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Grilled Mexican Shrimp Salad

Grilled Mexican Shrimp Salad

Grilled Mexican Shrimp Salad is a colorful and refreshing dish that combines the smoky flavor of perfectly grilled shrimp with a medley of fresh vegetables. This salad is not only visually appealing but also bursting with zesty flavors, thanks to the marinated shrimp infused with ancho chili powder, lime zest, and garlic. Served over a bed of crisp greens and topped with creamy avocado, grilled corn, black beans, and crumbled queso fresco, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for summer cookouts or quick weeknight dinners, Grilled Mexican Shrimp Salad is sure to impress your guests while being easy to prepare.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately four people. 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 1/2 tbsp ancho chili powder
  • 2 ears corn
  • 6–8 cups green leaf lettuce
  • 15 oz can black beans
  • 1 avocado
  • 4 oz queso fresco cheese
  • Fresh lime for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill over medium heat and brush lightly with oil.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, thyme, ancho chili powder, lime zest, and garlic. Marinate shrimp on soaked wooden skewers for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Grill corn for about 14-16 minutes until tender; set aside to cool.
  4. Increase grill heat to high and grill shrimp for about 1½ minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Assemble salad by mixing greens, corn kernels, tomatoes, black beans, avocado, queso fresco, and cilantro in a large bowl. Top with grilled shrimp.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 365
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 175mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in toasted pumpkin seeds or nuts. Customize by adding different veggies like bell peppers or swapping black beans for chickpeas.