This Popcorn Shrimp Salad Recipe with Avocado and Bacon is an easy dinner idea that won’t take long to make, plus has the fun addition of crunchy popcorn shrimp.
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Please allow me to whine for a second. And please allow me to whine with full knowledge that all of things are relatively small and, yes, I know things could be worse. I’ve had things worse. Lots worse. I don’t want things to be bigger or worse, but I’d love for some of these to be gone too.
- I’m dealing with a painful skin infection that has disturbed my week & set me back. And it means I can’t wear my favorite capris, which is significant enough to mention.
- My desk looks like a paper avalanche hit it.
- We’ve been to the store MULTIPLE TIMES and yet we still keep leaving without dishwasher detergent.
- I have a stack of library book that are now a week overdue — and I didn’t read any of them.
- My favorite coffee mug broke.
- I’ve started spotting ants in my bathroom (in my shower of all places), which is where we had a major ant problem last summer.
- I haven’t cooked since last Thursday. Today is Wednesday.
It’s life, it happens. I’m actually a fairly positive person and most of this stuff happens and I go with the flow {somewhat}. And I always believe that even in those annoying/frustrating moments, that things could be worse. I can actually read that list and see a few positives from these negatives.
Except that ants. I see no positives in ants.
To give me at least one #MomVictory and to get this Wednesday back under control, I planned a dinner that was so easy, but yet had all the ingredients that I knew my family would love (well, except one that doesn’t eat shrimp). I mean, when you see how easy this dinner is, you might laugh. It’s okay, I did. But I’m proud of it and hey, all the flavors work well together and it’s a great weeknight meal. Can’t beat that.
You might be wondering about the shrimp since that could potentially be the most time-consuming part of this meal. Well, it’s really easy. This girl that hasn’t-cooked-in-almost-a-week wasn’t going to bread her own shrimp tonight. And you don’t have to either. Just pick up a package of SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp, deep-fry or oven bake, and it’s ready to go for your salad. While you can use your favorite dressing, I recommend the Honey-Dijon Dressing I’ve included below (I shake it up in a mason jar).
Popcorn Shrimp Salad Recipe with Avocado and Bacon
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Popcorn Shrimp Salad with Avocado and Bacon
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Popcorn Shrimp Salad Recipe with Avocado and Bacon is an easy dinner idea that won’t take long to make, plus has the fun addition of crunchy popcorn shrimp.
Ingredients
- Spring Mix — however much you like
- 1 oz package SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp (12 or 18)
- 1 large ripe avocado (peeled, pitted, and chopped)
- 8 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 12 in cherry tomatoes (cut halves or quarters)
- 1/2 small red onion (chopped)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup olive or grapeseed oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- Dash of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl or mason jar, combine dressing ingredients and combine thoroughly. If being made in a mason jar, you can do this by securing the lid and shaking.
- Prepare popcorn shrimp according to package instructions. I chose to deep-fry, but you could pan fry or bake. When finished, allow to cool a bit.
- Arrange spring mix on plates. Top with the rest of the ingredients, dividing evenly among the four plates. Drizzle with dressing, as desired.
- Category: Salad
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Christine @ myblissfulmess says
I made this salad this last summer and forgot to come tell you how wonderful it was! My whole family loved it, and I’ve got some picky eaters. I loved it because it was so simple and so tasty. Perfect summer meal, and it’s so quick to put together too. Thank you for this recipe!
Christine @ myblissfulmess says
This really is a #MomVictory! I love recipes like this because honestly, although I love to cook and it’s my passion, there are days where I’m just spent and I don’t have enough get up and go to get the job done. It’s recipes like this that are life savers! I’m saving this one for when the weather is warmer. Which by the way is just around the corner, I can feel it!
Frugal Hausfrau says
What a fresh and lovely salad!! Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday!
Mollie
Deb K says
I would like the Jumbo Butterfly Shrimp.
amanda whiltey says
i want to try the Shrimp Scampi With Rice
Holly E says
Jumbo Coconut Shrimp
Pierre Mosbey says
Tempura Shrimp sounds heavenly!!!
CHRISTINA DUTRA says
i would like to try the butterfly shrimp.
Kendra Frampton says
Jumbo Shrimp!
Debbie says
I would like to try the Shrimp Spring Rolls.
Susan Christy says
Jumbo Coconut Shrimp sounds good
Rod Jackson says
I would be trying the small shrimp or fish fillets.
Tina W says
Jumbo Coconut Shrimp. Yum!
Kristen says
I want to try the Shrimp & Grits.
Carolsue says
I want to try the Maryland Style Crab Cakes!
Julie says
http://www.seapak.com/products/salmon-burgers-12oz
Whitney Butler says
Shrimp poppers for sure!
Heather Hayes Panjon says
I’d Love To Try The Jumbo Coconut Shrimp!
Jason says
I would love to try the Shrimp and Grits
Angela Saver says
I so want to try their Shrimp Spring Rolls!
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Kelly D says
I would like the Jumbo Butterfly Shrimp.
Sandy Headtke says
http://www.seapak.com/products/shrimp-spring-rolls-20oz
Shrimp spring rolls for sure
Heather Hoberg says
Looks really yummy!