Best 2 Balsamic Shrimp Salad Recipes
Looking for a light and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner? Look no further than balsamic shrimp salad! This refreshing salad combines the sweet and tangy flavors of balsamic vinegar with the tender and juicy shrimp. It's a great way to add some extra protein to your diet and it's also a good source of vitamins and minerals.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SPINACH SALAD WITH SHRIMP, FENNEL AND BACON-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Shellfish Tomato Fourth of July Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Shrimp Fennel Spinach Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix 6 tablespoons oil, fennel seeds and crushed red pepper in small bowl. Thread shrimp onto skewers. Place on rimmed baking sheet. Pour oil mixture over; turn to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush fennel wedges with 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill fennel until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to large bowl. Grill shrimp until opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp to plate; tent with foil.
- Add spinach and tomatoes to fennel. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat. Divide salad among plates. Sprinkle with bacon reserved from vinaigrette. Remove shrimp from skewers and arrange around salad. Garnish with chopped fennel fronds.
BALSAMIC SHRIMP SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by PineyCook
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Balsamic reduction: Whisk balsamic vinegar and 1 tsp of honey in a small sauce pot, over medium-high heat, and bring mixture to simmer. Once it starts to simmer, turn the heat down to medium. Let vinegar slow simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture coats the spoon. It will take 7-10 minutes but please note, that it will start to thicken fast during the last couple of minutes so keep an eye on it. Set aside once it reaches the right thickness. 2.Shrimp: Preheat a medium saute pan on medium heat. Make sure all your ingredients are ready, at hand. Add oil, balsamic vinegar, honey and garlic to the pan and quickly stir all together. Add shrimp and some salt. Saute shrimp until turns pink on one side, flip and cook until shrimp turn pink on the other side as well. Don't walk away as shrimp cooks very fast. 3.Top lettuce with some sliced strawberries, feta cheese, sliced toasted almonds, shrimp and drizzle with balsamic reduction.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked shrimp. If using raw shrimp, boil them for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- For a more flavorful salad, use a good quality balsamic vinegar. Look for one that is aged for at least 12 years.
- If you don't have any balsamic glaze, you can make your own by reducing balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat until it thickens and becomes syrupy.
- If you want a more substantial salad, add some cooked quinoa, rice, or pasta.
- For a vegetarian version of this salad, omit the shrimp and add some roasted vegetables, such as broccoli, zucchini, or bell peppers.
Conclusion:
Balsamic shrimp salad is a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a very versatile salad, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. With its combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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