Description
Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is an exciting and colorful dish that fuses fresh ingredients into a delightful meal or appetizer. The creamy texture of ripe avocados complements the juicy shrimp and zesty salsa, creating a refreshing option perfect for warm days or gatherings. With quick prep and nutrient-rich components, this salad is not only delicious but also supports a balanced diet. Enjoy it as a standalone dish, serve it over mixed greens, or pair it with tortilla chips for added crunch. This versatile recipe is bound to impress your family and friends!
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 a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sauté until pink (about 5-7 minutes).
- While the shrimp cooks, chop the vegetables: dice avocados, halve cherry tomatoes, chop red onion, and dice cucumber.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp (cooled slightly) with the chopped vegetables.
- Add lime juice, olive oil, and cilantro to the mixture. Gently fold in the salsa if using.
- Serve immediately on its own or over mixed greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg