Description
Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly marries the flavors of succulent shrimp with creamy avocado and zesty salsa. This light and healthy salad is ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a quick lunch, a dinner party centerpiece, or a delightful appetizer. Packed with nutrition and flavor, it’s quick to prepare, taking only 20 minutes from start to finish. Your guests will be impressed by its colorful presentation and delicious taste, making it a must-try recipe for seafood lovers.
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
- Gather all ingredients. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Dice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the red onion, cucumber, and cilantro.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add shrimp seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, cilantro, cooked shrimp, lime juice, and salsa. Gently toss to combine.
- Serve on a bed of mixed greens if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg