This Greek-style shrimp salad is a perfect summer dish that is quick and easy to make. The combination of juicy shrimp, feta cheese, olives, tomatoes, and cucumbers tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing on a bed of crisp baby spinach will transport you to the shores of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 oz baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat shrimp evenly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- In a large salad bowl, combine baby spinach, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Top the salad with cooked shrimp and serve immediately.
- Enjoy your refreshing Greek-style shrimp salad on a bed of baby spinach!
Interesting Facts
Shrimp is a low-calorie source of protein and contains essential nutrients like vitamin D and selenium.
Greek salads are known for their healthy fats from olive oil and Mediterranean ingredients that promote heart health.