Shape's Vietnamese Shrimp Salad Recipe

This vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese Shrimp Salad recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal! Inspired by a favorite magazine, this recipe features succulent shrimp tossed with crisp spinach, crunchy carrots, and a zesty lime dressing. Get ready for a burst of fresh flavors in just 16 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 288.7 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Shape's Vietnamese Shrimp Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shape's Vietnamese Shrimp Salad

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How to Make Shape's Vietnamese Shrimp Salad

  1. **Make the Dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 tablespoon fish sauce until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. **Prep the Veggies:** Add 5 ounces baby spinach and 1 cup shredded carrots to a large salad bowl.
  3. **Dress the Salad:** Pour half of the dressing over the spinach and carrots. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. **Plate the Salad:** Divide the salad among four dinner plates.
  5. **Add the Shrimp & Peanuts:** Top each salad with 4 ounces cooked shrimp (about 6-8 large shrimp) and 1 tablespoon roasted peanuts.
  6. **Finish with Dressing:** Drizzle the remaining dressing over each salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

8g

Carbs

6g