Print

Avocado Shrimp Salad

Print Recipe

A vibrant and fresh salad combining creamy avocado, plump shrimp, and crisp veggies, perfect for a light meal or summer gathering.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound large shrimp (peeled, deveined, and cooked)
  • 2 ripe avocados (diced)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (or lemon juice)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)

Instructions

  1. Cook the shrimp by boiling them in salted water for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque, then drain and cool.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: dice the avocados, halve the tomatoes, chop the onion, cucumber, and herbs.
  3. Make the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Mix the cooled shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and herbs in a large bowl.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice as needed.
  7. Chill in the fridge for about 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Substitute cilantro with parsley or basil if preferred. Use pickled cucumbers for an extra zing.

Nutrition

Keywords: avocado salad, shrimp recipe, healthy salad, summer dish

Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/avocado-shrimp-salad/