Description

Shrimp Avocado Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings the taste of summer right to your table. With sweet, succulent shrimp paired with creamy avocado and colorful veggies, all drizzled in zesty lime dressing, this salad is perfect for warm days or as a light meal. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 ripe avocados (diced)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
In a large bowl, combine diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and cooked shrimp.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad mixture.
Toss gently to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 275
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 19g
Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor, add diced mango or cucumber. - Substitute shrimp with grilled chicken for a different protein option. - To prevent browning, add avocado just before serving.