Mango Pineapple Shrimp Salad
Mango Pineapple Shrimp Salad is a fresh and vibrant tropical dish combining sweet mango and pineapple with succulent shrimp, crisp mixed greens, and a zesty olive oil and lime dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner, this salad bursts with flavor, color, and texture, and is quick and easy to prepare.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling/Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked and peeled shrimp
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 cup sweet pineapple, diced
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or mint, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prep the shrimp: Cook your shrimp by boiling, grilling, or sautéing with light seasoning until pink and opaque. Allow them to cool to maintain the salad’s freshness.
- Chop fruits and vegetables: Dice the mango and pineapple into bite-sized chunks. Slice the red bell pepper and thinly cut the red onion. Chop the fresh cilantro or mint to release their aromatic oils.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss the mixed greens, shrimp, mango, pineapple, bell pepper, onion, and herbs, taking care not to bruise the fruits or greens.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper until well emulsified, creating a bright and zesty dressing.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently. Serve immediately for the freshest flavors and textures.
Notes
- Choose ripe mango and pineapple for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Add dressing gradually to avoid soggy greens and preserve freshness.
- Serve the salad chilled to enhance its refreshing qualities and shrimp texture.
- You can prep the shrimp and chop fruits in advance to save time.
- Use fresh cilantro or mint for the most aromatic taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days; keep dressing separate until serving.
- Freezing is not recommended as it alters texture.
- Reheating is unnecessary and not advised to maintain vibrant flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Mango Pineapple Shrimp Salad, tropical salad, shrimp salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, gluten free salad, summer salad