Lime Shrimp Avocado Salad
A light, refreshing, and no-cook salad bursting with fresh flavors of lime, cilantro, shrimp, and creamy avocado. Perfect for a quick lunch or appetizer.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Dressing
- 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 limes lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 0.25 tsp kosher salt
- black pepper to taste
Salad Components
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp cooked, peeled, and chopped
- 1 medium tomato diced
- 1 medium hass avocado diced
- 1 jalapeno seeds removed, diced fine
- 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped red onion, lime juice, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Let this mixture marinate for at least 5 minutes to mellow the flavor of the onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked shrimp, diced tomato, diced avocado, and finely diced jalapeno.
- Pour the lime dressing over the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Add the chopped cilantro and gently toss to combine. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
This salad is best served immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, though the avocado may brown slightly.