Aperol-Infused Citrus Shrimp Salad with Herbed Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

Bright orange shrimp tossed in a tangy Aperol vinaigrette with seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs, perfect for a light summer meal. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs Large shrimp, Aperol, Fresh orange juice into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, peeled and deveined Large shrimp
• 2 tbsp Aperol
• 3 tbsp Fresh orange juice
• 3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 4 cups Mixed baby greens
• 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup Thinly sliced radishes
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped Fresh basil
• 1/4 cup, finely minced Red onion
• 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/8 tsp Freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together Aperol, orange juice, olive oil, lemon zest, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper until emulsified and glossy.
2. Step 2: Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat; add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
3. Step 3: Toss mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and radishes in a large bowl; add 2 tbsp of the vinaigrette and toss until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Return shrimp to the bowl with remaining vinaigrette and toss gently to coat; fold in minced red onion and fresh basil.
5. Step 5: Divide salad among plates and serve immediately while shrimp are still warm.