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Delicious Shrimp Avocado Salad

A refreshing salad combining tender shrimp and creamy avocados, dressed in a zesty lemon-lime vinaigrette.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Vegetables
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 pieces ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing
  • 1 medium lime, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium pot, bring water to boil. Add the shrimp and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them! Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. While the shrimp cool, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the avocados, and finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as per your preference.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently add the cooled shrimp, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring not to mash the avocado.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy fresh!

Notes

Serve the salad immediately after dressing it for the best texture, as the avocado can brown if left too long. Store components separately for optimal freshness.