Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe, a perfect dish for sunny days and gatherings. This vibrant salad is a delightful mix of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables, all drizzled with a zesty cilantro dressing. With its quick preparation time of just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as an impressive appetizer at parties. Rich in protein and healthy fats, it’s not only delicious but also nutritious. Enjoy the burst of flavors that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 medium romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 English cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 Tbsp)
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper for dressing
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with cajun spice, garlic, and salt in a bowl.
- In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and cook the shrimp for about 3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl or platter, layer chopped romaine and arrange tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, corn, avocado slices, and cooled shrimp on top.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; drizzle over the salad before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 160mg