Description
Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines the creamy texture of ripe avocados with tender shrimp and zesty salsa. This delightful salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 20 minutes from start to finish—but is also packed with nutritious ingredients that make it an ideal choice for a light lunch, dinner, or as a stunning appetizer for any gathering. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a favorite for seafood lovers and salad enthusiasts alike. Whether served on its own, over mixed greens, or in lettuce wraps, this dish is versatile enough to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the shrimp seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Meanwhile, chop the vegetables and combine them in a mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, allow them to cool slightly before adding them to the mixing bowl with vegetables.
- Pour the dressing over everything and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately over mixed greens or in lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 130mg