For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the shrimp in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic for 30 minutes before seasoning and baking. If you don't have a ring mold, use cookie cutters in fun shapes for a playful presentation. Alternatively, cut the watermelon into neat squares or triangles. Ensure the watermelon slices are uniformly thin to create balanced and visually appealing stacks. Aged balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze adds a touch of sweetness and acidity that complements the other ingredients beautifully.
Shrimp Goat Cheese Watermelon Salad Stack
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME35 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS12
A vibrant and refreshing appetizer that playfully reimagines the classic caprese. Sweet watermelon, creamy goat cheese, and savory shrimp unite in an elegant stack, drizzled with balsamic glaze and finished with fresh basil.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate88 g
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Cholesterol109 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium669 mg
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Sugar72 g
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 430 degrees F (220 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a small bowl, combine onion powder, garlic powder, salt, smoked paprika, and chipotle pepper powder. Season shrimp evenly with the spice mixture, ensuring each shrimp is well-coated. Transfer seasoned shrimp to a baking dish. (5 minutes)
03
StepBake shrimp in the preheated oven until they turn bright pink and are opaque in the center, approximately 8 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. (8 minutes)
04
StepUsing a ring mold (slightly larger in diameter than the goat cheese slices), cut watermelon slices into elegant circles. Then, carefully slice each watermelon circle horizontally into three 1/4-inch thick discs. (15 minutes)
05
StepTo assemble the stacks, begin with a watermelon slice on each plate. Top with a slice of goat cheese, followed by another watermelon slice, another slice of goat cheese, and a final watermelon slice. Finish each stack with 2 baked shrimp. (10 minutes)
06
StepDrizzle each stack with balsamic vinegar, allowing the glaze to cascade down the sides. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs for an aromatic and visually appealing final touch. Serve immediately. (5 minutes)
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Kendrick Abbott
Jun 17, 2025I didn't have goat cheese on hand, so I substituted feta and it worked great!
Orrin Brakus
Jun 6, 2025I made this for a light lunch and it was perfect. Easy to prepare and so refreshing!
Douglas Marquardt
Jun 4, 2025This was such a hit at my summer party! Everyone loved the unexpected combination of flavors.
Vernon Pouros
Jun 1, 2025The smoked paprika and chipotle pepper powder add a wonderful depth of flavor to the shrimp. Will definitely make this again!