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Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad

A refreshing salad featuring succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing.
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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
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
Avocado
  • 2 medium ripe avocados diced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Shrimp
  1. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
  2. Remove the shrimp from the heat and let them cool slightly.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  3. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish at a barbecue.

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