Grilled Shrimp Salad
This refreshing summer salad features smoky grilled shrimp paired with sweet watermelon, tangy feta, and fresh basil. It is a light and vibrant meal perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salad and Dressing
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 large tomatoes cut into wedges
- 3 cups diced watermelon
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 head frisee torn into bite-sized pieces
- 6 ounces feta cheese crumbled or diced
- 30 fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
Instructions
- Combine the shrimp, smoked paprika, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a bowl, tossing well to coat.
- Let the shrimp sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors before threading them onto skewers.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and cook the shrimp skewers for 2 minutes per side until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice with the honey and olive oil in a small jar or bowl until the dressing is smooth.
- Place the torn frisee in a large bowl and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of the prepared dressing, tossing gently to coat.
- In a separate bowl, combine the tomato wedges, cherry tomatoes, watermelon, feta, and sliced basil with 2 tablespoons of the dressing.
- Divide the dressed frisee among four plates, top with the watermelon and tomato mixture, and finish each serving with the grilled shrimp skewers.