A vibrant plate with grilled blackened shrimp on a bed of fresh corn salsa, topped with a drizzle of tangy lime dressing.

Blackened Shrimp and Corn Salsa Salad

Name: Blackened Shrimp and Corn Salsa Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 21 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: large shrimp, 10 peeled and deveined; smoked paprika, 1 tsp; cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp; garlic powder, 1/2 tsp; onion powder, 1/2 tsp; salt, 1/4 tsp; black pepper, 1/4 tsp; olive oil, 2 tbsp; ears of corn, 2 kernels removed; red bell pepper, 1/2 diced; red onion, 1/4 finely chopped; jalapeno, 1 seeded and minced; cilantro, 1/4 cup finely chopped; lime, Juice of 1; honey, 1 tbsp; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; mixed salad greens, for serving

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 6 minutes

Style American

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily Recipe: July 07, 2023

For this quick and easy recipe, we'll be making a delicious American-inspired dish using seasonal ingredients. This recipe is perfect for a light and refreshing meal on a comfortable summer day. Get ready to enjoy the flavors of the season!

Ingredients (for 2)

Large shrimp - 10 - peeled and deveined
Smoked paprika - 1 tsp
Cayenne pepper - 1/2 tsp
Garlic powder - 1/2 tsp
Onion powder - 1/2 tsp
Salt - 1/4 tsp
Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Ears of corn - 2 - kernels removed
Red bell pepper - 1/2 - diced
Red onion - 1/4 - finely chopped
Jalapeno - 1 - seeded and minced
Cilantro - 1/4 cup - finely chopped
Lime - Juice of 1
Honey - 1 tbsp
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste
Mixed salad greens - - for serving

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌶️✨🧂

In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2 - 🍤🛡️🔥

Coat the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle the spice mixture evenly on both sides.
Step 3 - 🔥🍤🍳

Heat a grill pan or a regular pan over medium heat and add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turns pink and charred.
Step 4 - 🌽🔔🌶️🧅

In a medium bowl, combine the corn kernels, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro.
Step 5 - 🍋🍯🧂🌶️

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Step 6 - 🌽🥗🔄

Pour the dressing over the corn salsa and toss to combine.
Step 7 - 🥗🌽🍤

To serve, arrange a bed of mixed salad greens on two plates. Top with the corn salsa and blackened shrimp.
Step 8 - 🍯🚰🥗

Drizzle any remaining dressing over the salad.
Step 9 - 😋🥗

Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful Blackened Shrimp and Corn Salsa Salad!

Additional

You can add avocado slices or cherry tomatoes for extra freshness. This salad pairs well with a side of warm garlic bread. Kids can help shuck the corn and toss the ingredients for the corn salsa.