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Fresh shrimp avocado salad with vibrant vegetables on a plate

Shrimp Avocado Salad

A light and refreshing salad made with shrimp and avocado, perfect for hot summer days. Packed with nutrients, it's easy to make and ideal for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Salad Ingredients
  • 1 pound Shrimp (Fresh or frozen) Thaw if using frozen
  • 2 medium Avocado
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 medium Red Onion (or green onions)
  • 1 medium Cucumber (or substitute for celery)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Dill (or parsley)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (or lime juice)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or Jalapeño (for spice)
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Herbs (like tarragon or parsley)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them first. In a pot, bring water to a boil, add the shrimp, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Drain and let cool.
  2. Dice the avocados, celery, red onion, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, salt, pepper, and Sriracha (if using). Stir well to create a smooth dressing.
  4. Add the cooked shrimp, chopped herbs (dill or parsley), and dressing to the bowl with the vegetables. Gently mix until everything is well coated.
  5. If you’d like to include hard-boiled eggs, chop them and fold them into the salad.
  6. Check the flavor and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

Notes

Serve the salad chilled on a bed of lettuce or in a bowl. It pairs well with crusty bread or as a taco filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, best eaten within a day or two to avoid browning of the avocado. Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen works just fine. Customize with other vegetables like bell peppers or corn.