Description
Grilled Shrimp and Watermelon Chopped Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that beautifully marries the sweetness of juicy watermelon with the savory essence of perfectly grilled shrimp. Ideal for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or a light weeknight dinner, this salad offers a delightful medley of textures and flavors. The golden balsamic vinaigrette enhances the dish, adding a tangy finish that ties all components together. With its colorful presentation and nutritious ingredients, this salad is sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz shelled and deveined large shrimp
- 8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 4 cups diced watermelon
- 2 1/2 tbsp golden balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- Seasoned salt (to taste)
- 4 oz soft goat cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp water
- 1 tbsp chopped shallots
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- Pinch fresh black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix golden balsamic vinegar, water, shallots, kosher salt, and black pepper. Gradually whisk in olive oil until well combined.
- Season shrimp with seasoned salt and crushed garlic. Thread onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
- Toss chopped romaine with dressing in a large bowl until coated. Serve on plates topped with diced watermelon, crumbled goat cheese, and grilled shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 140mg