Description
Shrimp Avocado Salad is a refreshing blend of tender shrimp, creamy avocado, and juicy cherry tomatoes, drizzled with zesty lime dressing. This colorful dish not only looks fantastic but also delivers a burst of flavors that will transport you to a sunny beachside escape. Perfect as a light lunch or an impressive appetizer for gatherings, this salad is both simple to prepare and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes). Let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocados, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, additional olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Once shrimp is cooled, add it to the bowl of veggies. Pour dressing over the mixture and gently fold to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad/Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg