Azure & Coral Seafood Salad
A refreshing salad featuring succulent shrimp, vibrant blueberry vinaigrette, and pink grapefruit segments for a stunning azure and coral visual. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 26 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, fresh blueberries, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 8 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1/4 cup, fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup, fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup, segments pink grapefruit
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup, slivered toasted almonds
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup fresh blueberries, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth and blueberries are broken down.
- Step 2: Heat 1/2 tbsp olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate to cool.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups mixed greens, 1/2 cup pink grapefruit segments, and 1/4 cup slivered toasted almonds; toss gently to mix.
- Step 4: Add the cooled shrimp to the bowl, then pour 3 tbsp of the blueberry dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Serve with remaining dressing for drizzling.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Azure & Coral Seafood Salad take to make?
Total time is about 26 minutes (20 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Azure & Coral Seafood Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Azure & Coral Seafood Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Azure & Coral Seafood Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Azure & Coral Seafood Salad?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.