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Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad

Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad

with Citrus Dressing
20 min., ready in 25 min.
Time:
180
calories
Calories:
Health Score:
92 / 100
Ingredientsfor  
Ingredients
3 Oranges (about 3-4 ounces)
1 pc Cucumber (about 12 ounces)
2 small Romaine lettuce
3 sprigs Tarragon
1 Lime
salt
peppers
4 Tbsps olive oil
1 lb large shrimp (ready to cook)
2 tsps Coriander
black peppercorns
How healthy are the main ingredients?
Cucumberolive oilTarragonOrangeLimesalt
Preparation
1.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 1

Remove peel (including white pith) from 2 oranges, then cut the flesh into slices. Squeeze out juice from remaining orange.

2.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 2

Peel the cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, remove the seeds with a spoon and cut the flesh into very thin slices.

3.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 3

Rinse the lettuce, spin dry and cut or tear into bite-sized pieces.

4.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 4

Rinse the tarragon, shake dry, pluck leaves and coarsely chop. Place in a bowl with the lettuce, cucumber and orange slices.

5.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 5

Squeeze out lime juice. In a bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon lime juice and 3 tablespoons orange juice, then season with a little salt and pepper and whisk in the oil.

6.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 6

Peel and devein the shrimp, then rinse briefly and pat dry well. 

7.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 7

Crush the coriander seeds and peppercorns in a mortar or with the side of a large knife. Sprinkle over the shrimp.

8.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 8

Cook the shrimp on an oiled hot grill or in a grill pan until seared, about 45 seconds on each side. Season lightly with salt.

9.
Shrimp, Cucumber and Orange Salad preparation step 9

Toss the salad mix with the citrus dressing, top with shrimp and serve immediately. 

Nutritional values
1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie180 cal.(9 %)
Protein18 g(18 %)
Fat8 g(7 %)
Carbohydrates7 g(5 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage2 g(7 %)
Healthy, because

Healthy, because

The combination of the protein and iodine-rich shrimp with the vitamin C-packed citrus fruits yields a dish that is both nutritious and delicious! Additionally, olive oil provides valuable, unsaturated fatty acids.

Even smarter

Even smarter

If you're not in the mood to fire up your grill, this recipe can be easily prepared on the stove in a skillet. 

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