Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad
Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines creamy avocados with succulent shrimp, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. This nutrient-packed salad is quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. With the added brightness of cherry tomatoes and fresh cilantro, it’s both satisfying and customizable to suit your palate. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal that nourishes your body while tantalizing your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold in the cooked shrimp until well mixed but chunks of avocado remain intact.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg