Oven Roasted Shrimp & Cauliflower Salad
Oven Roasted Shrimp & Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that turns simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Juicy shrimp and tender roasted cauliflower are perfectly tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, making this salad an ideal choice for any occasion—from casual dinners to elegant brunches. Easy to prepare, visually stunning, and packed with nutrients, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic powder; spread evenly on one side of the baking sheet.
- Roast cauliflower for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- While the cauliflower roasts, combine shrimp with remaining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- After 20 minutes, add seasoned shrimp to the other side of the baking sheet.
- Roast for an additional 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
- Serve warm, drizzled with more lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg