Description
This Shrimp & Avocado Salad is a light, refreshing, and creamy dish perfect for a quick lunch or healthy dinner. Made with tender shrimp, creamy avocado, fresh lime juice, and a touch of dill, it’s packed with flavor and ready in just 10 minutes! Serve it on its own, in lettuce cups, or as a filling for sandwiches and wraps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp chopped dill (or cilantro)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: Thinly sliced red onion, a pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Prepare the Shrimp & Avocado:
- Pat shrimp dry if needed and dice avocados into bite-sized pieces.
Combine Everything:
- In a serving bowl, gently toss the shrimp and avocado together.
- Fold in the dressing until everything is evenly coated.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Garnish with red onion slices or chili flakes, if desired.
- Serve immediately, or chill for a refreshing cold salad.
Notes
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or sriracha.
- Extra crunch: Toss in some diced cucumber or celery.
- Dairy-free option: Use olive oil instead of mayo/yogurt.
- Serving ideas: Enjoy it as a lettuce wrap, on toast, or over mixed greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg