Healthy Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad
A refreshing salad combining shrimp, creamy avocados, and zesty salsa, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 large avocados, ripe and diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced (cherry tomatoes work great too)
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped (optional) for some heat
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool.
- While the shrimp cool, dice the avocados and tomatoes, and chop the red onion and cilantro. If you’re adding jalapeño for a kick, chop it up now too.
Making the Salsa
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and remaining olive oil. Mix well to create the salsa base.
Combining
- Once the shrimp is cooled, add them to the salsa mixture, and gently fold in the diced avocados. Be careful not to mash the avocados!
Serving
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with additional cilantro for a fresh touch.
Notes
Substitutions: If shrimp isn’t your thing, feel free to replace it with grilled chicken or even canned tuna for a quick alternative! Timing: Add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning. To prevent mushy avocados, select ripe but firm avocados.