Description
This Fresh & Flavorful Shrimp Cobb Salad is a protein-packed, gluten-free dish bursting with vibrant flavors. Featuring juicy shrimp, crispy bacon, creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and a zesty lemon-chive dressing, this hearty salad is perfect for lunch or dinner. Healthy, satisfying, and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 6 slices nitrate-free bacon, cooked & crumbled
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, packed
- 1 cup organic corn kernels
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled & quartered
- 1/2 cup crumbled cheese (such as feta or blue cheese)
- Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Dressing:
- 4 fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season shrimp with salt & pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, chives, and a pinch of salt & pepper.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Assemble the Salad:Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season shrimp with salt & pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, chives, and a pinch of salt & pepper.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl or platter, arrange romaine lettuce, bacon, avocado, corn, eggs, cheese, and cooked shrimp.
- Drizzle with the lemon-chive dressing and toss gently.
- bacon, avocado, corn, eggs, cheese, and cooked shrimp.
- Drizzle with the lemon-chive dressing and toss gently.
Notes
- Make it Low-Carb: Omit the corn and swap for extra greens or cucumbers.
- Dairy-Free Option: Skip the cheese and use dairy-free yogurt in the dressing.
- Add More Crunch: Toss in some toasted nuts or seeds for texture.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store components separately and assemble fresh before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
