Champagne Citrus Shrimp Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Light and refreshing shrimp salad dressed in a bubbly champagne vinaigrette, accented by fresh citrus and crisp greens for a festive appetizer or light meal. This french-inspired salads ready in about 26 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, salt 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 220 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 medium grapefruit, segmented
- 1 medium orange, segmented
- 3 tbsp champagne vinegar
- 2 tbsp champagne
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp shallot, finely minced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Sauté shrimp in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly golden; remove from heat and set aside.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp champagne vinegar, 2 tbsp champagne, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp finely minced shallot, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified to create the vinaigrette.
- Step 4: In a large salad bowl, toss 6 cups mixed salad greens with the vinaigrette until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Add the cooked shrimp and segmented pieces of 1 grapefruit and 1 orange to the salad; gently toss to combine.
- Step 6: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a bright and elegant starter or light lunch.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Champagne Citrus Shrimp Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette 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 Champagne Citrus Shrimp Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Champagne Citrus Shrimp Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette?
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 Champagne Citrus Shrimp Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Champagne Citrus Shrimp Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette?
French salads 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.
