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Mexican Shrimp Salad

A fresh and vibrant Mexican shrimp salad with avocado, corn, black beans, and tomatoes, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 oz cooked large shrimp (peeled)
  • 0.5 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce (shredded)
  • 15 oz black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup grilled corn kernels
  • 2 tbsp red onion (divided)
  • 2 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
  • 0.5 lime juice of lime
  • 1 seedless cucumber diced
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1 ripe Hass avocado diced
  • 1 cup reduced fat Sargento Mexican Blend shredded cheese

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse shrimp and chop into large chunks. Toss shrimp with a little salt, chipotle chili powder, and lime juice.
  2. Combine drained beans, corn, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste.
  3. In a large bowl, layer shredded lettuce, black beans mixture, diced cucumber, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and cooked shrimp.
  4. Serve immediately with your favorite dressing, such as a cilantro lime dressing.

Notes

This colorful salad is perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing dinner.