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Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad

A refreshing salad featuring succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Salad Base
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups mixed salad greens such as arugula and spinach
  • 1 medium avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
Lime Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Shrimp
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  2. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. Add the cooked shrimp and drizzle with the lime dressing.
  3. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 6gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in lime juice and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking.

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