Description
Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining creamy avocado, succulent shrimp, and zesty salsa for a refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a casual lunch or an elegant dinner, this salad is both easy to prepare and bursting with freshness. With vibrant colors and textures, it not only pleases the palate but also makes for an eye-catching presentation. Simple to customize with your favorite ingredients, this salad is a healthy choice that satisfies without the guilt.
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
- 1 cup fresh salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: 2 cups mixed greens for serving
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle olive oil and cook seasoned shrimp (with garlic powder, salt, and pepper) until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and cilantro. Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture; toss gently.
- Add cooked shrimp and salsa to the bowl; season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately on its own or over mixed greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 160mg