Description
Refreshing Shrimp and Avocado Salad brings coastal flavors to your plate with zesty lime and crisp ingredients. Seafood enthusiasts will savor this light, protein-packed dish that delivers Mediterranean-inspired freshness in every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Produce:
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Dressing and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sizzle succulent shrimp in a hot skillet with olive oil, seasoning generously with salt and black pepper until they transform into a vibrant pink hue, ensuring thorough cooking. Transfer to a plate and allow slight cooling.
- Craft a zesty dressing by whisking together olive oil, tangy lime juice, pungent minced garlic, earthy cumin, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper. Taste and fine-tune the seasoning for optimal flavor complexity.
- Create a verdant foundation using shredded lettuce or crisp cabbage in a spacious serving bowl. Artfully arrange the perfectly cooked shrimp atop the greens, layering with creamy avocado slices and sharp red onion pieces.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly across the salad, gently tossing to ensure each ingredient is lovingly coated with the vibrant vinaigrette.
- Finish the dish by scattering fresh, bright cilantro leaves as a final garnish, adding a burst of herbaceous aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately to preserve the salad’s optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Choose large, fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor in your salad.
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure perfect caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Marinate shrimp in lime juice for 10 minutes before cooking to enhance tenderness and add zesty flavor.
- Use ripe but firm avocados to prevent mushy texture and maintain salad’s structural integrity.
- Swap shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a protein alternative catering to different dietary preferences.
- Chill ingredients before assembling to keep the salad crisp and refreshing, especially during warm weather.
- Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for those wanting an extra kick of spiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg