White Rum Mojito-Inspired Citrus Shrimp Salad

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

A refreshing shrimp salad with bright citrus and mint, lightly kissed with white rum and lime for a zesty Caribbean flair. This caribbean-inspired salads ready in about 21 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, white rum, fresh 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 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp white rum
• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup, peeled and sectioned grapefruit segments
• 1 medium, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white rum, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create the dressing.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through, then remove from heat.
4. Step 4: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup grapefruit segments, 1 medium thinly sliced cucumber, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves.
5. Step 5: Add the cooked shrimp to the salad and toss gently with any remaining dressing. Serve immediately for a fresh, citrusy meal.