Description
Discover the refreshing taste of Shrimp Avocado Salad—an ideal meal for any occasion! This vibrant salad features succulent pan-seared citrus shrimp paired with creamy avocado and crunchy toasted almonds, creating a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for quick lunches, light dinners, or meal prep, this dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you satisfied. Customize it easily based on your pantry staples or dietary preferences. Enjoy this simple yet satisfying salad that’s sure to impress your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium pan-seared citrus shrimp
- 8 cups greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1 avocado, sliced or diced
- 4 ounces sliced almonds, toasted
- Juice of ½ lemon or ½ orange
- Fruity or lemon-flavored extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, minced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the pan-seared citrus shrimp by warming cooked shrimp or using chilled shrimp as preferred.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the shrimp and greens until well combined.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil and add a squeeze of citrus juice. Toss to coat evenly.
- Gently fold in sliced avocado, minced shallots, and toasted almonds. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: MAIN DISH
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 170mg