Shrimp Avocado Salad

Fresh, Healthy & Flavor-Packed Seafood Salad

This Shrimp Avocado Salad is light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor. Juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and a zesty citrus dressing come together in minutes for the perfect lunch, dinner, or summer side dish.

It’s healthy, quick, and incredibly satisfying!

🥗 Why You’ll Love This Shrimp Avocado Salad

✔️ Ready in 20 minutes
✔️ High-protein & healthy fats
✔️ Fresh, bright flavors
✔️ Perfect for lunch or light dinner
✔️ Naturally gluten-free

🛒 Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 2 ripe avocados, diced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Dressing:

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp cumin (optional)

👩‍🍳 How to Make Shrimp Avocado Salad

Step 1: Cook the Shrimp

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Drain and transfer to an ice bath to cool quickly. Pat dry.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, gently toss:

• Cooked shrimp

• Avocado

• Tomatoes

• Onion

• Cilantro

Pour dressing over and toss lightly.

Step 4: Serve

Serve immediately or chill 15 minutes before serving.

🥑 Tips for the Best Shrimp Avocado Salad

• Use fresh or frozen shrimp

• Don’t overcook the shrimp

• Add cucumber for extra crunch

• Serve with crusty bread or over greens

📦 Storage

• Best eaten fresh

• If needed, refrigerate up to 24 hours (avocado may brown)

⭐ Final Thoughts

This Shrimp Avocado Salad is fresh, healthy, and full of vibrant flavor. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll want to make again and again—perfect for warm days or quick, nourishing meals.