Shrimp Avocado Salad
Brighten your table with this vibrant shrimp avocado salad, a refreshing summer salad that’s light, flavorful, and perfect for warm days. Combining succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty salsa dressing, this dish is a celebration of fresh ingredients. Ideal for quick lunches, healthy dinners, or summer gatherings, this shrimp avocado salad comes together in just 20 minutes. Follow our easy recipe to create a nutritious and delicious summer salad that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh salsa store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups mixed greens optional, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1 lb shrimp with 1 tsp garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine diced avocados, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
- Add the Shrimp: Add the chopped shrimp to the vegetable mixture.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix 1 cup fresh salsa with the juice of 1 lime. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Salad: Pour the salsa dressing over the shrimp and vegetables, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- If using, serve over a bed of mixed greens for added freshness.
- Serve: Garnish with extra cilantro and serve immediately as a summer salad.
Notes
- Use Fresh Shrimp: Fresh shrimp enhance flavor and texture; if using frozen, thaw thoroughly and pat dry.
- Don’t Overcook Shrimp: Cook just until pink to keep the shrimp tender in this summer salad.
- Chill for Flavor: Refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld, if time allows.
- Prevent Avocado Browning: Toss avocado with lime juice immediately after dicing to maintain color.
- Customize Spice: Adjust salsa heat by choosing mild, medium, or spicy, or add jalapeños for extra kick.