Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad Recipe
A refreshing and zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad featuring juicy jumbo shrimp, creamy avocado, and a tangy lime dressing with a touch of heat from jalapeño. Perfect as a light lunch or appetizer, this salad combines fresh ingredients that come together in just 20 minutes for a vibrant and healthy dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
For the Lime Dressing:
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb jumbo cooked shrimp, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 medium hass avocado (about 5 oz), diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and diced fine
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the lime dressing: In a small bowl, combine the chopped red onion, fresh lime juice, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 5 minutes to mellow the sharpness of the onion and blend the flavors.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped cooked shrimp, diced avocado, diced tomato, and finely diced jalapeño.
- Toss the salad: Pour the lime dressing over the shrimp mixture, add the chopped cilantro, and gently toss all ingredients together. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Notes
- Use cooked shrimp for convenience; if using raw shrimp, cook them beforehand by boiling or sautéing.
- To reduce heat, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeño or substitute with a milder pepper.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and prevent the avocado from browning.
- For added crunch, consider tossing in some chopped cucumber or radishes.
