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shrimp taco salad with avocado, corn, black beans, onions and salsa on a blue plate with Chipotle ranch dressing

Shrimp Taco Salad

This Shrimp Taco Salad recipe is a fresh and flavorful salad that combines the bold and spicy flavors of tacos with succulent and tender shrimp. It's the perfect meal when you want something light and refreshing. Load up the salad with a bed of lettuce or mixed greens and top it with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese, black beans, and more.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, TexMex
Servings 2 salads
Calories 358 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 10-12 oz raw shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Optional for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 6 cups greens
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onions
  • 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced cucumbers
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1/4 cup diced avocado
  • 1/4 cup whole kernel corn I love the frozen Mexican-style street corn from Costco and Trader Joe's.
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Homemade Taco Seasoning (Feel free to use store-bought seasoning if you prefer)

Instructions
 

  • Drizzle the optional fresh lime juice over the raw shrimp.
  • Combine the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste 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 taco 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: 358kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 9g
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