Shrimp and Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing
A refreshing Shrimp and Avocado Salad tossed in a zesty lime dressing, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Login to save, add to a plan, rate, or make a copy.
Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- (2) ripe avocados, diced
- (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
- (1/2 cups) red onion, finely chopped
- (1/4 cups) fresh cilantro, chopped
- (1/4 cups) lime juice
- (2 tbsp) olive oil
- (1 tsp) garlic powder
- (1/2 tsp) salt
- (1/4 tsp) black pepper
- (1/4 tsp) cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb shrimp, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- 2
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine 2 ripe avocados (diced), 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped), and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped).
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (if using).
- 5
Add the cooked shrimp to the large bowl with the avocado mixture.
- 6
Pour the lime dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocados.
Recipe actions