Description
This Healthy Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad features succulent shrimp paired with creamy avocado and zesty salsa, creating a burst of vibrant flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, this quick-to-make salad combines fresh vegetables and bright citrus for a delightful crunch. Its stunning presentation makes it a showstopper, and you can easily customize it with your favorite herbs or veggies. Enjoy this light, nutritious dish for lunch or dinner and impress your family with its delicious taste and beautiful colors.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 cup salsa
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil.
- Once heated, toss in the shrimp.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from heat and let them cool slightly before adding them to your salad.
- While the shrimp cools, chop up your cucumber into small cubes.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Finely chop the red onion.
- Slice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- Place all these colorful vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
- Once your shrimp has cooled down enough to handle, add them into the bowl with your chopped veggies.
- Sprinkle in salt and pepper according to taste.
- Add in fresh cilantro and drizzle lime juice over everything.
- Spoon in your favorite salsa into the mixture.
- Stir gently but thoroughly, ensuring all those flavors are well combined without smashing up your avocado.
Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To prevent the avocado from browning, you can sprinkle a little extra lime juice on top before sealing the container.
Reheating: This salad is best served cold and should not be reheated, as reheating can make the shrimp rubbery and the avocado lose its fresh texture. Enjoy it straight from the fridge!
Serving: Serve the Healthy Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad chilled, garnished with additional cilantro or lime wedges for a fresh touch. It pairs well with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.
Chef’s Tip: For added flavor, marinate the shrimp in lime juice and a pinch of salt for 15-30 minutes before cooking. This enhances the taste and ensures a zesty kick in every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad Healthy
- Method: Mischen
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 0