🥗 Grilled Shrimp, Egg & Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 soft-boiled eggs, halved

• 2 cups arugula (rocket)

• 1 cup roasted sweet potato cubes

• 1 ear corn, cooked and sliced into rounds

• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced or rolled

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 small calamansi limes or 1 lime, sliced

For the Shrimp Seasoning

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp chili flakes

• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Honey-Lime Dressing

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 1 tsp honey

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and tender.

Step 2: Cook the Eggs

1. Bring water to a boil.

2. Cook eggs for 7 minutes for jammy centers.

3. Transfer to ice water and peel.

Step 3: Grill the Shrimp

1. Season shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill or pan-sear for 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.

Step 4: Make the Dressing

Whisk together:

• Olive oil

• Lime juice

• Honey

• Dijon mustard

• Salt and pepper

Step 5: Assemble the Salad

1. Arrange arugula in a large bowl or plate.

2. Add roasted sweet potatoes, corn rounds, cucumber ribbons, and cherry tomatoes.

3. Place grilled shrimp around the salad.

4. Add halved soft-boiled eggs in the center.

5. Garnish with lime slices.

Step 6: Serve

Drizzle generously with honey-lime dressing and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

• Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.

• Pair with iced coffee, lemonade, or sparkling water.

• Add avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 25 minutes

• Total Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

• Calories: 420

• Protein: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 28g

• Fat: 20g

Chef's Tip

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp for 15 minutes in lime juice, garlic, and paprika before grilling. The combination of juicy shrimp, creamy eggs, sweet roasted potatoes, and crisp vegetables creates a colorful, nutrient-packed meal that's as beautiful as it is delicious. 🍤🥚🌽🥗✨