Chili-lime Shrimp & Mango Salad

• servings: Servings: 4
• total time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

400 g (about 1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤

2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒

1 garlic clove, minced 🧄

1 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️

1 teaspoon smoked paprika 🔥

Juice and zest of 1 lime 🍈

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 🧂

For the Salad:

2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced 🥭

1 small red bell pepper, diced 🌶️

1 small cucumber, sliced 🥒

½ small red onion, finely sliced 🧅

2 cups mixed greens or baby spinach 🥬

¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves 🌿

1 avocado, sliced 🥑

For the Dressing:

3 tablespoons olive oil 🫒

Juice of 1 lime 🍈

1 teaspoon honey 🍯

½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 🌶️

Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂

Directions

Marinate the Shrimp:

In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice and zest, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss well to coat. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes. 🍤🍈

Cook the Shrimp:

Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred. Remove and set aside. 🔥

Prepare the Salad:

In a large bowl, combine mango, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, greens, cilantro, and avocado. Toss gently. 🥭🥬

Make the Dressing:

Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, chili flakes, salt, and pepper until emulsified. 🍯🍈

Assemble:

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly. Top with the warm chili-lime shrimp. Garnish with extra cilantro and a lime wedge. 🌿🍋

Tips:

For extra crunch, add toasted cashews or peanuts. 🥜

Use pineapple instead of mango for a tropical variation. 🍍

Serve chilled or slightly warm — both are delicious! ❄️🔥

Enjoy your fresh and zesty Chili-Lime Shrimp & Mango Salad — bright, spicy, and bursting with flavor! 🥭🌶️🍈