Description
A refreshing and healthy Shrimp Avocado Salad packed with vibrant flavors, tender shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked shrimp for the best flavor.
- Serve with tortilla chips for a fun twist.
- You can add cucumber or corn for extra crunch and sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg