Citrus-Glazed Shrimp Salad with Rainbow Veggies
Plump shrimp glazed in zesty citrus sauce, served atop a colorful mix of fresh seasonal vegetables for a refreshing meal. This american-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, orange juice, lime 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 310 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
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup, diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2, diced avocado
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and pour glaze over shrimp, tossing to coat. Set aside for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup diced cucumber, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, and 1/2 diced avocado.
- Step 4: Add the glazed shrimp to the salad bowl and toss gently until evenly distributed.
- Step 5: Serve immediately to prevent avocado browning.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus-Glazed Shrimp Salad with Rainbow Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (15 min prep + 5 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 Citrus-Glazed Shrimp Salad with Rainbow Veggies?
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 orange juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Citrus-Glazed Shrimp Salad with Rainbow Veggies?
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 Citrus-Glazed Shrimp Salad with Rainbow Veggies 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 Citrus-Glazed Shrimp Salad with Rainbow Veggies?
American 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
