Wheat Free Ginger-Lime Mango Shrimp Salad
Bright, tropical, and packed with crunch, this shrimp salad is the kind of dish that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. Turmeric and ground ginger coat the shrimp before they hit a hot skillet, building a golden, fragrant sear that pairs beautifully with the cool, crisp cabbage, sweet mango, and fresh herbs underneath. The dressing is where everything really comes together — coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce and bring that savory, umami depth without any gluten concerns, making it a genuinely smart swap that doesn't sacrifice flavor. A hit of fresh grated ginger, lime zest, and honey keeps the whole bowl lively and a little addictive. Shredded cabbage, cucumber, and scallion greens give you serious texture, while torn mint and cilantro add an herby freshness that makes every bite feel like a reset. It's the kind of salad that works just as well for a casual weeknight dinner as it does when you're trying to impress someone without breaking a sweat.
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4 servings
For the shrimp
- 1 ½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp honey
For the salad
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (green parts only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, coconut aminos, olive oil, grated ginger, lime zest, and honey until combined. Set the dressing aside.
- 2
Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels. In a large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with the salt, turmeric, and ground ginger until evenly coated.
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