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Fresh Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe Easy Zesty Citrus Vinaigrette

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A fresh and easy shrimp avocado salad tossed with a zesty citrus vinaigrette, perfect for a light, healthy, and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens or baby spinach
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: toasted pepitas or sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Dice the avocados, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro or parsley. Wash and dry the salad greens or spinach thoroughly.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and herbs. Add the cooked shrimp on top.
  6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  7. Serve immediately for best freshness and texture.

Notes

Do not dress the salad too early to prevent avocado browning and greens from wilting. Let cooked shrimp cool before tossing with avocado. Use fresh citrus juice for best flavor. For extra crunch, add toasted pepitas or sliced almonds. Variations include adding jalapeño for heat or swapping shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu.

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Keywords: shrimp salad, avocado salad, citrus vinaigrette, healthy salad, quick salad, easy dinner, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb

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