Venetian Seafood Salad with Sparkling Lemon Herb Dressing

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant seafood salad featuring plump shrimp and seasonal vegetables, tossed in a light, effervescent dressing inspired by the refreshing spirit of a spritz. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 25 minutes blends large shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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 large shrimp
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup cucumber
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 2 tbsp fresh basil
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup sparkling water
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and devein shrimp, then season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and pink, then set aside.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, sparkling water, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, honey, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified and slightly bubbly.
3. Step 3: Toss cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil in a large bowl, then add the warm shrimp and dressing. Gently mix until all ingredients are coated and the dressing is evenly distributed, letting the effervescence mellow for 5 minutes before serving.