Description
This Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for any dinner occasion, combining zesty flavors with healthy ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the shrimp, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Allow the shrimp to marinate for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Once the shrimp is marinated, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Let the shrimp cool slightly before adding to the avocado mixture.
- Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added spice, consider incorporating diced jalapeños.
- This salad is best served fresh, but can be refrigerated for a short time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg