Cantonese Shrimp Salad

Cantonese Shrimp Salad is a refreshing blend of succulent shrimp and crisp vegetables, tossed in a light sesame dressing. This dish perfectly balances flavors and textures, making it a delightful and healthy option for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams (e.g., lettuce, spinach, arugula)
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce (Kosher) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onion.
4. Add the cooked shrimp to the salad bowl.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
6. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 260
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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