Cilantro Lime Shrimp & Avocado Salad
Enjoy a refreshing explosion of flavors with this Cilantro Lime Shrimp & Avocado Salad. Featuring succulent shrimp paired with creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and zesty lime, this dish is perfect for summer gatherings or a light dinner. Quick to prepare and adaptable to your preferences, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s high in protein and healthy fats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes (approximately 1/4 cup)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp with diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg