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Citrus Shrimp Salad with Avocado

A vibrant and refreshing Citrus Shrimp Salad with creamy avocado and succulent shrimp, perfect for quick meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 avocados, diced Use ripe avocados for best texture.
  • 1 cup orange segments
  • 1 cup grapefruit segments Can substitute with tangerine if desired.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh cilantro For garnish.

Method
 

Cooking Shrimp
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the shrimp until pink and fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper.
Mixing Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, avocado, orange segments, grapefruit segments, and red onion.
Preparing Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Garnishing
  1. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, enjoy the salad fresh. If prepping in advance, keep the avocado separate until serving to prevent browning.