Description
This Spicy Shrimp with Peach Salad recipe combines succulent shrimp seasoned with a spicy mix of chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne, served atop a fresh peach salad with arugula, cherry tomatoes, and a tangy dressing. A perfect dish for a light and flavorful summer meal.
Ingredients
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Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Peach Salad:
- 3 ripe peaches (sliced)
- 4 cups arugula or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
- 1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white balsamic or red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated. Cook shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine arugula, peaches, tomatoes, red onion, goat cheese, and pecans. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Top salad with warm spicy shrimp and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can grill the shrimp for extra flavor.
- Substitute nectarines or plums for peaches if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
