Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad, a refreshing dish that combines creamy avocados, zesty salsa, and tender shrimp. Perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or as an eye-catching appetizer at your next gathering, this salad is quick to prepare and packed with nutrients. In just 20 minutes, you can create a meal that bursts with flavor while keeping your kitchen cleanup minimal. Enjoy it on its own or elevate it by serving it over mixed greens for added crunch. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body.
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
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh salsa (optional)
- 2 cups mixed greens (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season shrimp with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- While shrimp cooks, dice avocados, halve cherry tomatoes, chop red onion, and dice cucumber. Combine these in a mixing bowl with fresh cilantro.
- Once cooked, add shrimp to the bowl. Squeeze lime juice over everything and drizzle with olive oil; gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 200mg