Description
Shrimp Avocado Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and zesty lime for a taste of summer in every bite. Perfect for picnics or cozy dinners, this salad is not only easy to make but also visually stunning. Impress your guests with its colorful presentation and delightful flavors, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- While the shrimp cools, prepare the vegetables: chop the avocados, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, and chop the cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled shrimp with vegetables. Drizzle lime juice over the mixture.
- Gently toss everything together using a spatula while ensuring the avocado chunks remain intact.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 200mg