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SHRIMP AVOCADO SALAD

Shrimp Avocado Salad

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño (optional), finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: mixed greens or romaine lettuce as a base

Instructions

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Step 1: Cook the Shrimp

Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2: Prepare the Veggies

In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and jalapeño. Add diced avocado last to prevent bruising.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

Whisk together lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 4: Toss and Combine

Add the cooled shrimp and cilantro to the veggie mix. Gently toss everything with the lime dressing.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Serve immediately over a bed of greens or chilled on its own. Garnish with extra lime wedges and cilantro if desired.

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