Fruit and Greens Salad with Shrimp

Dive into the deliciousness of Fruit and Greens Salad with Shrimp! Crafted with vibrant ingredients, this salad is a refreshing and satisfying option for any mealtime. Begin by whisking together a zesty dressing with tahini, reserved mandarin orange juice, salt, and pepper. Toss crisp spring mix, juicy strawberries, tangy mandarin oranges, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pumpkin seeds in the tantalizing dressing. Divide the salad among four plates and sprinkle with creamy goat cheese. Top each serving with succulent shrimp for a protein-packed finish. With each bite, savor the delightful combination of fresh fruits, greens, and tender shrimp—a perfect balance of flavors and textures!

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 5 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 clam shell spring mix
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1 can mandarin orange, drained (save the juice)
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions:

In a small bowl, mix together tahini, reserved orange juice, salt, pepper and a little water to create a salad dressing consistency. Set aside.

In a large bowl toss together spring mix, sliced strawberries, oranges, dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds with just enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among 4 serving plates. Top with goat cheese and shrimp.

Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Plant-based: Leave out the goat cheese. Swap out shrimp for chickpeas.

Kid-friendly: Swap out shrimp for rotisserie or grilled chicken and stuff salad in a pita pocket or tortilla.

Quick prep: Use a store-bought salad kit.