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Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad

Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad: Fresh, Zesty, and Oh-So-Delicious

Discover the vibrant flavors of Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad, a quick and healthy dish bursting with freshness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen
  • 2 medium Avocado Ripe and soft
  • 1 cup Salsa Your favorite jarred or homemade
  • 2 cups Lettuce Optional, consider spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Any color, optional
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Or lemon juice as desired
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Tortillas or Lettuce Wraps For casual presentation

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • large mixing bowl
  • large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a non-stick skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocado and salsa. Add chopped vegetables if using, and gently fold in the shrimp.
  3. Drizzle lime juice over the salad mixture and sprinkle with salt. Toss until uniformly coated.
  4. Serve immediately in lettuce wraps or on a bed of greens, adding extra salsa if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp is cooked just until pink and opaque, and use ripe avocados for the best flavor.

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