Ingredients
– 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 ripe avocado, diced
– 2 cups mixed lettuce (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (adjust for spice preference)
– ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, juiced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating the Spicy Shrimp Avocado Salad involves these easy-to-follow steps:
1. Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until shrimp are well coated.
2. Cook the Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Combine Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, add the mixed lettuce, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
4. Add Shrimp: Once the shrimp have cooled slightly, add them to the bowl with the vegetables.
5. Dress the Salad: Drizzle lime juice over the salad and gently toss all ingredients together to combine.
6. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper if desired.
7. Serve Immediately: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls for immediate serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu for variety in protein sources.