Iโm going to start out by putting this out there: I like to take my lunch to work with me. I like knowing exactly what Iโm getting, and that it is fresh and healthy, and I purposely make extra of whatever I am making for dinner so I have lunch already ready and waiting when it is time to trundle into the office the next day.
So while this mango shrimp salad is one of our current favorite supper salads, itโs also one of my current favorite lunchesโฆsweet and savory and crunchy and healthy and filling.This recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Shake up a quick dressing of lime juice, olive oil, honey, mustard and cumin (as always, I have an endless supply of cute little mason jars that work perfectly for this).
[clickToTweet tweet=โShrimp, mango and a quick honey mustard dressing make the perfect quick and healthy lunch salad!โ quote=โShrimp, mango and a quick honey mustard dressing make the perfect quick and healthy lunch salad!โ]Toss some cooked shrimp and cubed mango (and hereโs the best way to wrangle a mango) with avocado chunks, cucumber, scallions and cashews, drizzle with the dressing and voila! The perfect summertime supperโฆwith leftovers for your lunch box!
Whatโs YOUR favorite lunchbox lunch?
Mango Shrimp Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the dressing
- Juice from one lime
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey (heat it in the microwave for about ten seconds to make it liquid)
For the salad
- 1 pound cooked shrimp
- 2 mangos, cubed
- 1 avocado, cubed
- 1/4 cup cashews
- 1/2 cucumber, cut into small pieces
- 2 scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Make the dressing: Put all dressing ingredients into a small jar, close the lid tightly and shake.
- Combine all salad ingredients and toss gently. Drizzle with dressing, tasting as you go, until it is dressed to your liking.
- Enjoy right awayโฆor as the perfect lunchbox lunch!
Peggy T says
I love leftover chicken or spaghetti along with cucumber & tomato salad. Oh, and grapes to munch on. That is the coolest lunchbox ever!
manda says
I love curry for lunch
Luci's Morsels says
Love how light and healthy this salad is! Looks perfect for summer!
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Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says
Mango shrimp salad looks so vibrant, refreshing and pretty. And those containers look pretty, Kate.
Janet Mack says
What a cool lunchbox, My last lunchbox had Barbie on it.
I usually do salads with any leftover veggies and cheese and crackers.
Madeleine says
Oh goshโฆ my current favorite lunch box meal would have to be my made ahead breakfast of a egg and veggie scramble!
Savannah says
Todayโs lunch is always last nightโs dinner! In order to set myself up for a less hectic morning, I have made it a routine that whenever I am fixing plates at dinnertime, I immediately pack up all leftovers into lunch portion containers, including weekend meals. That way we end up with an assortment of meals to choose from for our lunches throughout the week!
Pam Seipp says
Chicken salad with a side of sliced tomatoes. And a piece of fruit or fruit salad.
Theresa M says
Leftovers are one of my favorite lunches. I also like to make wraps with smoked turkey, gouda or cheddar and apple butter. This lunchbox looks so much nicer than my old one Iโv had forever. AND it appears it would fit in my bag so I wouldnโt have to carry a separate lunch bag.
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Your mango shrimp salad looks totally delish Kate! And that has to be the prettiest lunch box Iโve ever seen! Youโre stylinโ!
Heather says
When taking a lunch, I typically go with something that doesnโt have to be reheated. Lately thatโs been either a greens or spiralized veg salad with baked tofu or a couple hard-boiled eggs.
Wendy says
Leftovers or a salad. Something light