Caribbean Shrimp Salad Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Caribbean Shrimp Salad recipe made easy with Uncle Ben's Rice! This quick and refreshing dish is perfect for a light lunch, weeknight dinner, or a summer barbecue. Sweet pineapple, crisp celery, and zesty peppers complement juicy shrimp for a taste of the islands in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 229.3 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caribbean Shrimp Salad

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How to Make Caribbean Shrimp Salad

  1. Cook 1 cup of Uncle Ben's rice according to package directions.
  2. Finely chop 1/2 red bell pepper and 1/2 cup celery.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped bell pepper, celery, and 1 cup of diced fresh pineapple.
  4. Gently stir in 1 pound cooked shrimp (pre-cooked shrimp is recommended for convenience).
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra zing (optional).
  6. Garnish with extra chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

0g

Carbs

14g