Water Chestnut and Shrimp Salad
Water Chestnut and Shrimp Salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions. This salad is high in protein and fiber, thanks to the shrimp and water chestnuts. It's also low in calories, making it a great option for those who are watching their weight. However, people with a shellfish allergy should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
116 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Shelled Shrimp
100 gms (100g)
Water Chestnut
250 gms (250g)
Red Bell Pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Yellow Bell Pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Red Onion
0.5 cup, chopped (100g)
Fresh cilantro (chopped)
2 tbsp (20g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Rice Vinegar
1 tbsp (15g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Wash, peel and sliced chestnut.
Cooking Steps
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, sliced water chestnuts, sliced bell peppers, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serve the salad.
Community Reviews & Results
Yash Kumar Mishra
"Prepped this over the weekend, and this version of Water Chestnut and Shrimp Salad is so much better than restaurant style. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Sunita Vardhan Kumar
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and Water Chestnut and Shrimp Salad has quickly become a household favorite. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Will be making this again very soon."
Rahul Prakash Patel
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and preparing this Water Chestnut and Shrimp Salad was completely hassle-free. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."
Vikram Rani Das
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and the experience has been outstanding. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"