Shrimp Salad for Weight Loss

Low-calorie, high-protein, delicious & slimming!

Senny

As someone who’s constantly "battling" with weight, I’ve tried countless diet meals—some bland, some too tedious to make, and most of them hard to stick to. Then I discovered this shrimp salad, which is not only quick and easy but also incredibly tasty, making it feel like I’m not even "eating healthy"!

One evening, feeling too lazy to cook, I rummaged through my fridge and found some leftover potatoes, broccoli, and shrimp. I decided to toss them together with a homemade dressing, and it turned out unexpectedly delicious! Since then, this salad has become my go-to meal for weight loss, perfect for busy office workers or fitness enthusiasts watching their diet

🔍 Ingredient Breakdown

This salad features potatoes, broccoli, shrimp, eggs, cherry tomatoes, and lettuce, paired with a light dressing for a balanced, low-calorie meal.

Potatoes: Provide healthy carbs for satiety; steamed, they become creamy and satisfying.
Broccoli: High in fiber and vitamin C, aiding digestion.
Shrimp: Low-fat, high-protein, great for muscle recovery.
Eggs: A complete protein source, boosting metabolism.
Cherry Tomatoes: Add a tangy sweetness and antioxidants.
Lettuce: Low-calorie and hydrating for a refreshing crunch.
Dressing: Made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil—just enough flavor without excess calories.

Total calories: ~300-350 kcal, keeping you full without guilt!

🍽️Serving Suggestions

Enjoy this salad for lunch or dinner, paired with unsweetened lemon water or green tea. For extra richness, add avocado or nuts. Post-workout? Increase protein with an extra egg or chicken breast. Not ideal for breakfast, as you’ll need more energy to start the day.

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

First, it’s super simple—no advanced cooking skills needed, and ingredients are easy to find. Second, it tastes amazing! The savory dressing, creamy potatoes, juicy shrimp, and sweet tomatoes create a satisfying mix. Best of all, it actually helps with weight loss—low-calorie yet filling, curbing snack cravings.

If you’re tired of bland chicken breast and boring greens, try this recipe. It’ll make your diet meals delicious and enjoyable!

🥗RECIPE🥗

🥬Ingredients list

1 medium potato 🥔
50g broccoli 🥦
80g shrimp 🍤
1 egg 🥚
5-6 cherry tomatoes 🍅
Lettuce 🥬 (as desired)
2 ginger slices (for cooking shrimp)
Dressing:
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- ½ tbsp sesame oil
- White sesame seeds (to taste)

👩🍳DIRECTIONS

1️⃣ Make dressing: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and sesame seeds in a small bowl.
2️⃣ Prep veggies:

Blanch broccoli florets for 1-2 mins, then drain.
Peel and cube potatoes; steam for 10 mins until soft.

3️⃣ Cook shrimp: Boil shrimp with ginger for 3-5 mins, then peel (skip if using pre-peeled shrimp).
4️⃣ Mash potatoes: Mix steamed potatoes with flaxseeds, sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt.
5️⃣ Chop extras: Halve cherry tomatoes; tear lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
6️⃣ Assemble: Layer mashed potatoes, broccoli, shrimp, egg (sliced or halved), tomatoes, and lettuce. Drizzle with dressing, toss, and enjoy!