Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad
Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a refreshing dish that perfectly combines plump, juicy shrimp with creamy avocado and zesty salsa ingredients. This vibrant salad is ideal for summer gatherings or as a light meal any time of the year. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a flavor-packed option that will impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for something fresh and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean the shrimp under cold water, then season with salt, pepper, and a splash of olive oil in a mixing bowl.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- While the shrimp cook, chop the avocados, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp with avocado, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and remaining olive oil. Gently mix to avoid smashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately on plates or in individual bowls garnished with extra cilantro or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg