Description
This Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for a light and satisfying meal. Succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty jalapeño are tossed in a tangy lime dressing for a burst of fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Salad:
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix shrimp, avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and chill for 15–30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy cold on its own or over lettuce or tortillas.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider grilling the shrimp before adding to the salad.
- Additional options include adding black beans or corn for texture and color.
- Adjust the jalapeño amount to suit your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
