Spicy Shrimp Chickpea Salad Recipe
A flavorful and vibrant Spicy Shrimp Chickpea Salad that combines marinated sautéed shrimp with toasted chickpeas and a fresh medley of cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. This salad is dressed with olive oil and lemon juice for a zesty, light meal perfect for lunch or a healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the shrimp and chickpeas
- 1 1/2 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp coriander
- ½ tsp dry dill
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the salad
- 2 cucumbers, chopped
- 1 tomato, thinly chopped
- 1 small pepper or ½ large pepper, chopped
- 1 scallion, chopped
- ⅓ cup chopped herbs (basil, arugula, parsley)
- 1 tbsp olives, pitted and chopped
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: Mix the shrimp with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, dill, and chili powder in a bowl. Let it marinate for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Cook the shrimp and toast chickpeas: Heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Place the marinated shrimp in the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes on each side until nicely browned. After flipping the shrimp, move them to one side of the pan. Add the cooked chickpeas to the empty side and toast them until they absorb the spices and become slightly crispy.
- Prepare the salad vegetables: While the shrimp and chickpeas cook, chop cucumbers, tomato, peppers, olives, scallion, and the herbs (basil, arugula, parsley). Combine all these fresh ingredients in a large salad bowl.
- Assemble the salad: Add the cooked shrimp and toasted chickpeas on top of the chopped vegetables in the bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix and serve: Toss the salad gently until all ingredients are well combined and coated with dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, spicy, and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust chili powder quantity to your preferred spice level.
- To save time, use canned chickpeas but rinse and dry them well before toasting.
- Feel free to substitute or add other fresh herbs like cilantro or mint according to taste.
- This salad is delicious served chilled or at room temperature.
Keywords: Spicy Shrimp Salad, Chickpea Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Healthy Shrimp Recipe, Quick Dinner, Gluten Free Salad
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