This Shrimp Cobb Salad is LOADED with juicy cajun shrimp and all the best flavors of summer. Everyone who tries it loves it. This chopped salad with shrimp always disappears fast, so if you’re running for a refill, run fast!
Why a Cobb Salad with Shrimp?
Cobb salads can use a variety of protein options to make them a hearty meal, however, this Cobb Salad with Shrimp is one of the easiest options. The cajun shrimp only takes 4 minutes to cook. Yes, 4 minutes! I highly recommend the cajun spices on the shrimp for an extra party in your mouth – making this a truly unforgettable salad.
If you love layered cobb salads and want to try other protein options, be sure to try our popular Chicken Cobb Salad and Salmon Cobb Salad.
Shrimp Cobb Salad Video Tutorial:
I could happily live off this shrimp salad! Watch the quick video and you’ll be headed to the store for ingredients…
Ingredients for Shrimp Cobb Salad:
Shrimp Cobb Salad is a chopped salad that starts with a base of washed and chopped romaine lettuce. To wash lettuce be sure to use a salad spinner, so your final salad isn’t too wet, then layer with:
- Juicy Cajun Shrimp– saute the shrimp in butter with cajun spice and garlic.
- Avocado – lots of avocados!
- Tomatoes – slice Roma tomatoes into bite-sized pieces or use quartered cherry tomatoes.
- Red Onions – thinly sliced red onions provide a mild onion flavor and add more color to this gorgeous salad
- Freshly Cooked Corn – use Boiled Corn on the Cob or our favorite Instant Pot Corn for an amazing pop of sweet flavor. When corn is out of season, you can cook some frozen corn that was sealed at the peak of freshness.
The Best Dressing for Shrimp Chopped Salad:
The cilantro lime dressing is so simple but adds an incredibly fresh flavor. The ingredients are so simple with cilantro, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. The combination of flavors really makes each bite of salad taste like a summer party!
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How to Serve Cobb Salad:
For parties and entertaining, our preference for making this shrimp salad is to layer the ingredients on a salad platter or in a bowl for the classic Cobb Salad presentation. Just before serving, you can drizzle on the cilantro dressing.
When serving family-style, it is easier to toss the ingredients together with the dressing.
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Shrimp Cobb Salad Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
A Shrimp Cobb Salad recipe that is loaded with juicy cajun shrimp and topped with fresh cilantro dressing, bringing the flavors of summer to each bite.
Skill Level:
Easy
Cost to Make:
$15-$18
Keyword:
shrimp cobb salad
Cuisine:
American
Course:
Salad
Calories: 242 kcal
Servings: 6 as a side salad
Ingredients for Cajun Shrimp:
-
1
lb
medium shrimp
31-40 Count, peeled and deveined -
1
tsp
cajun spice -
2
cloves
garlic
pressed or grated -
Pinch
salt -
2
Tbsp
unsalted butter
Ingredients for Salad:
-
1
medium romaine lettuce
5-6 cups chopped -
1/2
lb
3 medium Roma tomatoes, sliced -
1/2
medium red onion
thinly sliced -
1/2
English cucumber
or 3 small, sliced -
2
avocados
peeled, pitted and sliced -
1
cup
corn kernels
from 2 freshly cooked cobs
Ingredients for Cilantro-Lemon Dressing:
-
Juice of 1 large lemon
3 Tbsp -
1/2
small bunch of cilantro
1/2 cup finely chopped or parsley -
3
Tbsp
extra virgin olive oil -
1
tsp
sea salt or 3/4 tsp table salt -
1/8
tsp
black pepper
How to make Avocado Shrimp Salad:
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Pat dry shrimp with paper towels and place in a medium bowl. Add 1 tsp cajun spice, 2 pressed garlic cloves, a pinch of salt and stir to combine.
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Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 Tbsp butter and once its melted and hot, add shrimp in a single layer. Sauté 2 minutes per side or just until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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Chop, rinse and spin dry 1 medium head of romaine lettuce. You should end up with about 6 cups lettuce. Transfer that to a large mixing bowl. Now add 3 sliced tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, sliced cucumbers, 2 sliced avocados and 1 cup cooked corn.
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To make the dressing, start with 3 Tbsp of fresh lemon juice, now finely chop about 1/2 cup of cilantro and stir that in. Add 3 Tbsp of olive oil and extra virgin has the best flavor. Season with 1 tsp salt and a generous pinch of black pepper and stir that together.
Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Cobb Salad Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242
Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 10mg3%
Sodium 447mg19%
Potassium 522mg15%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 1151IU23%
Vitamin C 14mg17%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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