Description
This Shrimp Avocado Salad Zesty is a perfect blend of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Ideal for warm days or quick lunches, this salad not only looks stunning but also brings nutritional benefits with lean protein and healthy fats. In just 20 minutes, you can create a dish that’s both satisfying and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 small red onion (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- While the shrimp cools, prepare your vegetables: dice the avocado, chop the tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro. Place all chopped ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the cooled shrimp to the bowl with vegetables and gently toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 175mg