Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe Healthy High Protein Lunch Idea
Zesty lime shrimp and avocado salad with juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a citrus dressing for a light balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 avocados, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Season and cook shrimp in a hot skillet until pink.
- Mix lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and seasoning for dressing.
- Combine avocado, tomatoes, and onion in a bowl.
- Add shrimp and drizzle dressing over mixture.
- Toss gently and top with cilantro.
- Serve after resting briefly.
Notes
Avoid overcooking shrimp and use ripe avocado for best texture.