Thai Chili Shrimp Salad Spicy and Fresh

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

This Spicy Thai Chili Shrimp Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with vibrant vegetables and a zesty dressing. It’s an easy salad recipe that can be prepared in no time, making it perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

The bold flavors from ingredients like lime juice, fish sauce, and chili create a delightful balance in this salad recipe, bringing a touch of Thai cuisine to your table.

Quick and Refreshing Thai Shrimp Salad

This Thai Chili Shrimp Salad features tender, marinated shrimp tossed with fresh greens, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing. The recipe takes about 20 minutes to make and serves 2-4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1-2 Thai red chilies, sliced (adjust for spice level)
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp, vegetable oil, fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Allow the shrimp to marinate for about 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and sliced Thai chilies.

Assemble the Salad: Add the cooked shrimp to the salad mixture and toss gently to combine. Drizzle with additional lime juice if desired.
Serve: Plate the salad and garnish with lime wedges. Enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.