There’s nothing like a delicious summer salad, jam-packed with all the things. My Jerk Shrimp Salad is colorful, BOLD in flavor, and so delicious. When I think of recipes, I like to let the seasons inspire me. That’s how I came up with this delicious summer salad. – Wishing I could be a Caribbean island, but until then– I’ll bring the tropical vibes to my kitchen. It’s colorful and SO delicious.
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It’s perfect for lunch, or dinner! I paired this salad with a homemade vinaigrette, that made this salad light yet flavorful. It’s spicy, with a hint of sweetness. It’s sure to wow your family or guests.
If you’re a lover of salad, then you are going to love this Jerk Shrimp Salad. Feel free to customize it with your protein of choice. Salmon, chicken or steak would be awesome!
How To Make Jerk Shrimp Salad
Start by marinating the shrimp with jerk seasoning, and a variety of seasonings. You can buy it or make your own. My favorite store bought jerk seasoning is from Walkerswood which is available at Walmart or on Amazon.
I also like to add Green seasoning to the shrimp to further elevate the flavors. Green seasoning is seasoning base used throughout many Caribbean countries made with a variety of fresh herbs and spices; parsley, cilantro, scotch bonnet, bell peppers, garlic, red onion, green onion, thyme and all spice. It’s blended to perfection and used to marinate a variety of dishes. I used it for the shrimp and to make my dressing.
Ingredients for Jerk Shrimp Salad
Feel free to use your favorite green, veggies and ingredients you have in your kitchen to make the ultimate summer salad.
Jerk Shrimp
- Jerk Marinade
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Green seasoning/ or Epis. *see notes*
For The Salad
- Romaine Lettuce
- Spinach, optional
- Tomatoes
- Avocado
- Plantain Croutons
- Red Onion
- Parmesan Cheese
For Mango Salsa
- Mangos
- limes
- Jalapeño
- Red onion
- Cilantro
- Chile Lime seasoning
- Salt + Pepper
For the Dressing
- Olive Oil
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Shallot
- Garlic
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Epis
- Salt+ Pepper
Recipe Variations:
- Make it with chicken If you don’t like shrimp, try making this salad with chicken.
- Don’t like mango? Try it with my pineapple salsa.
- Sauce it up: Try my avocado cilantro sauce instead.
More summer recipes!
Honey Harissa Chicken Bowl
Bruschetta
Ranch Grinder Sandwich
Easy Cheesy Pesto & Cherry Tomato Pizza
If you try this Jerk Shrimp Salad, please be sure to tag me on Instagram #cookwitci or leave me a comment. I would love to hear your thoughts.
Jerk Shrimp Salad
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Jerk Marinade
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp green seasoning optional
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For Salad
- romaine lettuce
- spinach optional
- 1 Roma tomato diced
- 1 avocado sliced
- plantain croutons
- red onions thinly sliced
- parmesan cheese optional
Mango salsa
- 1-2 mangos diced
- 2 limes juice
- 1/2 jalapeno diced
- 1/4 red onion diced
- handful cilantro chopped
- 1/2 tsp Chile lime seasoning or to taste
- salt + pepper to taste
For dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2-3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 shallot minced
- 2 cloves garlic minced/grated
- red pepper flakes use to your discretion
- 1 tbsp epis (green seasoning) optional
- salt + pepper to taste
- 1/2 lemon juice
Instructions
- Clean shrimp and pat dry. (remove as much moisture as possible)
- Then add 1 Tbsp of Jerk Marinade, 1 tbsp of olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, green seasoning and let shrimp marinate for at least 30 min.
- While shrimp is marinating, prepare your mango salsa by chopping mango, cilantro, red onion, jalapeño and add it into a bowl. Add in Chile lime seasoning, salt, pepper and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- For dressing, in a bowl or sealable jar, add in 1 tbsp olive oil, Epís, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Seal the jar and shake well until combined. Refrigerate until read to use
- In a hot skillet over medium high heat- add in your favorite cooking oil and sear shrimp on both sides until cooked. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, shrimp, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and plantain croutons. Pour the dressing on the salad and toss well. Enjoy!
Notes
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