Zesty Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Shrimp Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas

Name: Zesty Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Shrimp Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3 cups mixed greens (washed); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/2 cup cucumber (sliced); 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced); 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 each lemon, juice and zest; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped); 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped); 1 clove garlic (minced); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 20m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 320 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring succulent shrimp, fresh herbs, and a satisfying crunch from roasted chickpeas.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

25.0g 40%

Fat

18.0g 29%

Carbs

20.0g 32%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

35% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Important for blood production

☀️ Vitamin A

25% DV

Essential for vision and immune function

💧 Omega-3

10% DV

Supports heart health

🌾 Fiber

Aids digestion and promotes satiety

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups mixed greens washed
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/2 cup cucumber sliced
1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced

Lemon-Herb Dressing

1/4 cup olive oil
1 each lemon, juice and zest
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
1 clove garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1 Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2 Toss the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until crispy.
3 In a large bowl, mix shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4 Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
5 In a jar, combine all the dressing ingredients. Shake well to emulsify.
6 In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
7 Add the cooked shrimp and roasted chickpeas to the salad.
8 Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
9 Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors.