Zesty Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Shrimp Salad with Crunchy Chickpeas

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 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced

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

Method

1. 01
   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 02
   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. 03
   In a large bowl, mix shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4. 04
   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
5. 05
   In a jar, combine all the dressing ingredients. Shake well to emulsify.
6. 06
   In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
7. 07
   Add the cooked shrimp and roasted chickpeas to the salad.
8. 08
   Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
9. 09
   Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors.