Cajun Shrimp Salad
This Cajun Shrimp Salad recipe is a flavorful and spicy salad that features a taste of New Orleans and Louisiana with cooked shrimp that have been seasoned with a homemade spice blend. Load this up with bell peppers, boiled eggs, tomatoes, fresh greens, and romaine lettuce.
Ingredients
- 10-12 oz raw shrimp Peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 6 cups greens or lettuce
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons chopped onions
- 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes
- 2 leaves fresh basil
- 2 hard boiled eggs Sliced in half or into pieces.
Homemade Cajun Seasoning (Feel free to use your favorite store-bought if preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine the spices in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle the spices over the shrimp. Ensure the shrimp is fully coated, but don't over-season it. The amount of Cajun seasoning you use will vary based on the size of the shrimp you are using. (This is why I recommend combining the spices first and then use your judgment of how much you will need for your shrimp.)
- Heat a skillet on medium heat with olive oil. Add the shrimp and cook, flipping to cook each side, for 3-5 minutes or until it is pink and opaque.Air Fryer Instructions: Air fry the shrimp at 400 degrees for 6-8 minutes or until it is pink and opaque.
- Load the salads with the remaining ingredients, toppings, and cooked shrimp.
Nutrition
Serving: 1saladCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 29gFat: 6g
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