Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe

Recipe By The Spruce Eats

Say goodbye to creamy, mayo-based shrimp salads, and hello to a light, refreshing version with this shrimp and avocado salad. Perfect for warmer weather or year-round busy schedules, theres minimal prep and cooking time. The salad is ready in a flash and is a nice appetizer, lunch, or light dinner. Avocados have a habit of browning quickly after cutting. To combat this problem, the salad is tossed in a citrus dressing. The acid in the lemon and lime juices keeps the avocado bright and fresh-looking from the first bite to the very last. Were fans of anything make-ahead, so keep in mind that the shrimp for this salad can be prepped in advance. Saut it in a skillet on the stovetop a few hours or up to two days ahead. Then store the shrimp in a covered container in the fridge and proceed with the recipe when youre ready. Poached shrimp can also be used, and grilled shrimp adds a smoky, charred flavor to the overall salad. Need a time-saving shortcut? Buy peeled and deveined shrimp for faster prep, or opt for pre-cooked shrimp, making this a no-cook shrimp and avocado salad.

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Ingredients for Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe

  • 0.06 cup Olive oil
  • 0.06 cup Apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1/4 tablespoon Lime juice
  • 1/4 pinch Sugar
  • As required Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 Avocados
  • 1/4 pint Cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 Medium Red Onion
  • 0.06 cup Cilantro
  • 1/4 tablespoon Olive oil
Nutrition
value
628
calories per serving
37 g Fat32 g Protein42 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    37g
  • Protein
    32g
  • Carbs
    42g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    42g
  • Protein
    32g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    37g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    128mg
  • Iron
    4mg
  • Vitamin A
    698mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    4mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    62mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    3mcg
  • Vitamin C
    29mg
  • Vitamin E
    5mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    92mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    335mg
  • Selenium
    61mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By The Spruce Eats