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MEL'S EASY KITCHEN

Summer Shrimp Salad with Bacon and Herb Dressing

A shrimp and bacon salad with a creamy lime and herb dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Meal: Dinner
By: Mel’s Easy Kitchen

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño seeds removed, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil mayo
  • 3/4 cup milk of choice
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • pinch of salt
  • 8 oz bacon chopped
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 pound deveined peeled raw shrimp
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • 1 head butter lettuce roughly torn
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 2 ounces goat cheese or dairy-free goat-style cheese

Instructions

  • Blend cilantro, jalapeño, dill, chives, mayonnaise, milk, lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and a pinch of salt into a dressing.
  • Cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove and drain, reserving a little fat in the pan. Toss shrimp with chili powder, the remaining garlic powder, paprika, cumin, oregano and salt.
  • Cook shrimp in the hot pan until opaque and firm, about 2–3 minutes per side depending on size. Cook frozen corn according to its package and cool.
  • Divide lettuce, bell pepper, avocado, corn, bacon and shrimp among 4 plates. Add goat cheese and divide the dressing equally.

Nutrition per serving

Calories: 499kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.8g | Protein: 28.8g | Fat: 37.7g | Fiber: 4.5g

Notes

Estimated from USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy and representative package labels; per stated serving. Brands and portion weights change the result.
Nutrition uses 4 equal portions, all the dressing, whole milk and about 61 g cooked drained bacon from 1/2 lb raw. Retained bacon fat and milk choices change the estimate.
For gluten-free preparation, check all packaged ingredient labels, including broth, seasonings and toppings.
Inspired by Juli.
This version contains dairy because it uses whole milk and goat cheese.
Cheese options: Choose the dairy-free cheese if needed, and check the other ingredients for your dietary needs. Nutrition shown uses the original dairy cheese; another product changes the estimate. Flavor, texture and melting can vary by product.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in a shallow, covered container within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F). Keep at 40°F or below and use within 3–4 days, or freeze. Follow any shorter storage limit on opened ingredients. Store crisp toppings and dressing separately where possible; add avocado just before serving.