Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Shrimp Avocado Salad Zesty, a delightful dish that marries succulent shrimp with creamy avocado. Perfect for light lunches or as an impressive starter, this refreshing salad is packed with protein and healthy fats while keeping things light. With a zesty lime dressing and colorful ingredients, it’s not just nutritious; it’s a feast for the eyes and palate alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon cumin or paprika (optional)
Instructions
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw them under cold running water until fully defrosted.
- Season the peeled shrimp with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the seasoned shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- While cooking the shrimp, prepare the vegetables by dicing avocado, halving cherry tomatoes, dicing red onion finely, and chopping cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp with chopped vegetables and drizzle lime juice over the mixture.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg