Imagine a salad that transports you straight to the vibrant streets of Tokyo with every single bite! This Japanese-style shrimp salad is not just a meal, it's a culinary adventure that combines the delicate sweetness of perfectly seared shrimp with crisp, refreshing vegetables and a tantalizing sesame-vinegar dressing. Whether you're a seafood lover, a health enthusiast, or simply someone who craves exciting flavors, this recipe promises to revolutionize your salad game and leave you craving more.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Japanese
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup radishes, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by patting them dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing and prevent excess moisture.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, ensuring even coating on all sides of the seafood.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it becomes fragrant and shimmering.
- Add shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and develop a light golden-brown color.
- Remove shrimp from heat and let them cool for 2-3 minutes to prevent wilting the salad greens.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, thinly sliced cucumber, and radishes.
- Whisk rice vinegar with remaining sesame oil to create a light dressing, adding a pinch of salt and pepper for additional flavor.
- Gently toss the salad greens and vegetables with the vinaigrette, ensuring even coating.
- Arrange the dressed salad on serving plates and top with the seared shrimp.
- Garnish with additional sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately while shrimp are still warm.
Tips
- Pat your shrimp completely dry before cooking to achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- Use high-quality sesame oil for an authentic Japanese flavor profile.
- Don't overcook the shrimp - they should be just pink and slightly firm, which typically takes 2-3 minutes per side.
- For extra crunch, consider toasting sesame seeds to sprinkle on top.
- Use the freshest mixed greens possible for maximum texture and flavor.
- Slice cucumber and radishes very thinly for an elegant presentation.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between warm shrimp and cool, crisp salad greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 220mg
