Best 20 Avocado Shrimp Salad Recipes

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Avocado shrimp salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. Made with succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and a variety of other flavorful ingredients, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are looking for a light and healthy lunch or a satisfying dinner, avocado shrimp salad is the perfect choice.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

AVOCADO-SHRIMP SALAD



Avocado-Shrimp Salad image

Shrimp, avocado, tomato and sweet onions with fresh squeezed lime juice, nice on a hot day

Provided by RCRENFRO

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
2 tomatoes, diced
1 small sweet onion, chopped
1 pound cooked salad shrimp
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Stir together avocadoes, tomatoes, onion, and shrimp in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in lime juice. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 196.4 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 203.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



Shrimp and Avocado Salad image

This Mexican shrimp cocktail's bright, fresh flavors and colors entice even my little ones. I like to serve it alongside a scoop of lime-cilantro rice for a light meal. -Carly Terrell, Granbury, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1-1/2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), tails removed
1 cup pico de gallo
1/2 cup Clamato juice, chilled
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Dash pepper
Lime wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, stirring gently to combine. Divide among serving bowls. Garnish with lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEARED SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Seared Shrimp And Avocado Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: private selection argentine shrimp, olive oil, garlic, kosher salt, pepper, lemon zest, mesclun greens, quinoa, cherry tomato, avocado, chickpeas, scallions, shallot, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, kosher salt, pepper, olive oil

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ lb private selection argentine shrimp, frozen
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 cups mesclun greens
½ cup quinoa, cooked
½ cup cherry tomato, halved
½ cup avocado, diced
¼ cup chickpeas, roasted
2 tablespoons scallions, sliced, white part only
1 tablespoon shallot
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Add the shrimp to a mesh strainer set in a bowl of cool water and let sit for about 10 minutes to defrost.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the defrosted shrimp, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Toss until the shrimp are well coated.
  • Heat a medium pan over medium heat. Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for about 1 minute on each side, until pink, opaque, and firm. Remove from the pan and set aside to cool.
  • Make the vinaigrette: In a liquid measuring cup, combine the shallot, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fully incorporated. While whisking, slowly stream in the olive oil until completely emulsified.
  • To assemble the salad, add the mesclun greens to a large bowl. Top with the cooked shrimp, quinoa, cherry tomatoes, avocado, chickpeas, and green onions. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, then toss to combine.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 685 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 51 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 10 grams

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



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This salad has shrimp combined with avocado and a Louis-style dressing.

Provided by Inga

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Avocado Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup cooked salad shrimp
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chili sauce
salt to taste
2 avocados, halved lengthwise and pitted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Bibb lettuce leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
sliced pimento peppers, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the shrimp, chives, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and chili sauce. Season with salt.
  • Mound the shrimp mixture into avocado halves, and sprinkle with lemon juice. Place avocado halves on Bibb lettuce leaves that have been dusted with paprika. Garnish with strips of pimento to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 69.4 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 267.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

AVOCADO-LIME SHRIMP SALAD (ENSALADA DE CAMARONES CON AGUACATE Y LIMON)



Avocado-Lime Shrimp Salad (Ensalada de Camarones con Aguacate y Limon) image

This easy shrimp salad contains no lettuce. It's perfect for barbeques or as a 'change of pace' dinner side dish. Customize this recipe with your favorite salad dressing in place of the lime juice. The lime gives it a tiny tangy kick.

Provided by La AfroCubana

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¼ pounds cooked deveined shelled shrimp, tail shells removed
3 avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
1 bunch green onion tops, chopped
3 large red tomatoes, diced
1 large yellow tomato, diced
1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut the shrimp into 2 or 3 pieces and place in a large bowl; add the avocado, green onion, red and yellow tomatoes, bell pepper, cilantro, and lime juice; mix. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 143.8 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 161.9 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

SHRIMP AVOCADO SALAD



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This salad can be served as a cool and satisfying dinner or lunch. The delicious taste and smooth texture of avocados mixed with the crisp shrimp salad is heavenly. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, coarsely chopped
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
Bibb lettuce leaves
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Place first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. Mix lime juice, vinegar, oil and adobo seasoning; stir into shrimp mixture. Refrigerate, covered, to allow flavors to blend, about 1 hour., To serve, gently stir in avocados. Serve over lettuce or in lettuce leaves. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CREAMY AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Shrimp Salad With Creamy Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shrimp, oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, large head romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, orange bell pepper, lime, water, ripe avocado, full-fat greek yogurt, salt, black pepper

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons oil
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 ½ cups cherry tomato, halved
1 orange bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons lime, juiced
⅔ cup water
1 ripe avocado
½ cup full-fat greek yogurt
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium bowl, drizzle the shrimp with oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Toss until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a roasting tray and spread into one even layer.
  • Roast for 6 minutes, until the shrimp have just turned pink.
  • For the dressing, place the lime juice, water, avocado, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and shrimp until well combined.
  • Transfer the salad to serving bowls and drizzle on the avocado dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 5 grams

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH GRAPEFRUIT VINAIGRETTE



Shrimp and Avocado Salad with Grapefruit Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Citrus     Fruit     Nut     Shellfish     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Grapefruit     Shrimp     Avocado     Spinach     Winter     Hazelnut     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

For vinaigrette
1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For salad
1 pink or red grapefruit
1 white grapefruit
1/4 cup hazelnuts, lightly toasted and any loose skins rubbed off
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 firm-ripe California avocados
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1/2 lb large shrimp (8 to 10), shelled and deveined
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups baby spinach (2 oz)
1/4 cup trimmed sprouts (preferably radish)

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette:
  • Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Assemble salad:
  • Cut peel, including all white pith, from fruit with a sharp paring knife and cut segments free from membranes. Halve enough grapefruit segments to measure 1 1/2 cups (reserve any remaining segments for another use).
  • Coarsely chop hazelnuts. Melt butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook hazelnuts with salt and pepper to taste, stirring, until a shade darker, about 5 minutes. Transfer nuts to paper towels to cool, reserving skillet.
  • Quarter avocados lengthwise, then pit and peel. Cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Drizzle with lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat oil in skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté shrimp, turning them, until golden and just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  • Toss together spinach, half of grapefruit segments, and half of vinaigrette with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Arrange avocados and remaining grapefruit on 4 plates and top with shrimp, salad, and sprouts. Spoon remaining vinaigrette over salad and sprinkle with nuts.

SHRIMP, AVOCADO, AND GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



Shrimp, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad image

Grapefruit's piquant bitter juiciness balanced by French dressing's sweetness and creamy avocado, all adorning succulent shrimp atop a bed of greens...truly, it's a marriage made in heaven! This recipe makes 2 large servings, but can easily serve 4 as appetizers.

Provided by Be Curious Cuisine

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup raw honey
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons diced red onion
¼ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced
1 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
10 cooked and peeled shrimp, or more to taste
¼ red onion, thinly sliced, or to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, ketchup, honey, and vinegar together in a bowl. Add diced red onion, salt, and pepper. Place a damp cloth under the bowl to keep from moving; add olive oil very slowly in a stream while whisking. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Prepare plates with a bed of mixed greens. Center avocado slices on plates, surround with grapefruit segments, and top with shrimp. Drizzle generously with honey cider salad dressing and garnish with red onion slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1397 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 1685.8 mg, Fat 54.8 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 183.2 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 2341.3 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

SHRIMP, MANGO, AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH SWEET CHILI-GINGER VINAIGRETTE



Shrimp, Mango, and Avocado Salad with Sweet Chili-Ginger Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Ginger     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Dinner     Mango     Shrimp     Avocado     Healthy     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup Asian sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
12 peeled cooked large shrimp with tails left intact (about 8 ounces)
1 large head of butter lettuce, leaves separated
1 large mango, peeled, pitted, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Place shrimp in medium bowl. Add 3 tablespoons vinaigrette; toss to coat. Divide lettuce among plates. Alternate mango, avocado, and shrimp atop lettuce on each plate. Drizzle vinaigrette over.

SHRIMP, SPICED MANGO, AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH CITRUS DRESSING



Shrimp, Spiced Mango, and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Time 36m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons Spanish-style smoked paprika
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1 tablespoon coarsely cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 extra-large shrimp (U-12), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1/4 cup grape seed oil
1/4 cup olive oil
Coarse salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 loosely packed cups torn, soft lettuces, such as red oak and lolla rossa
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 mango, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 Haas avocado, peeled, seeded, and diced
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the marinade: Whisk together all the ingredients in a large bowl. Reserve 2 teaspoons of the marinade. Add the shrimp to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 6.
  • Make the vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, mustard, zest, and reserved marinade. While whisking, drizzle in the oils to form a smooth vinaigrette. Set aside.
  • Make the salad: Remove the shrimp from the marinade; scrape off any excess marinade from the shrimp.
  • Season the shrimp, to taste, with salt. Heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • In a bowl, toss together the onion, mango and avocado. Dress lightly with some of the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a another bowl, lightly toss the lettuce with some of the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mound the salad in the center of a platter and surround with the shrimp. Spoon some of the dressing over the shrimp and serve. (Reserve remaining vinaigrette for another use.)

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO TACO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Shrimp and Avocado Taco Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oil, medium shrimp, large head romaine lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeño, red onion, fresh cilantro, large avocado, salt, lime juice, salt, black pepper, ground cumin, dried oregano, garlic powder, chili powder

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons oil
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
4 tomatoes, diced
½ jalapeño, deseeded and finely diced, optional
¼ red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
1 large avocado, diced
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice, or 1 lime
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Toss in the shrimp and immediately season with the taco seasoning. Sauté the shrimp just until each piece has started to turn pink, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, shrimp, tomatoes, jalpeño, red onion, cilantro, avocado, salt, and lime juice, and mix until the salad is well-combined.
  • Serve with tortilla strips, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SPICY SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds large frozen shrimp, thawed, shelled and deveined
1 head romaine lettuce, washed and drained
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped jalapenos or a pinch cayenne, optional
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1 small shallot, minced
1 small ripe Haas avocado, peeled, pitted and cubed just before cooking
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Dice the romaine into bite sized pieces, place in large salad bowl and set aside. In a medium non-stick pan heat the olive oil. Add the avocado and saute for 5 minutes. Remove the avocado with a slotted spoon and set aside in a bowl. Pour out all but 2 tablespoons of avocado oil into a small bowl, and reserve.
  • Add the minced shallot to the skillet and return to medium heat. Cook, stirring until shallots begin to soften (about 30 seconds). Add the shrimp, salt and pepper and jalapenos or cayenne, if using, and saute until shrimp are cooked through (3-4 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and spoon the shrimp into the bowl with the Avocado pieces. Add the chives and cilantro and fold together gently, just to combine the ingredients. With a rubber spatula, scrape any remaining oil in the skillet into the bowl with the reserved avocado oil. Whisk in the lime juice and salt and pepper to taste to make a dressing. Toss some of the dressing with the romaine until the lettuce is nicely coated, divide among serving plates. Top the lettuce with hot shrimp mixture, drizzle with additional dressing, garnish with cilantro and serve.

MANGO AVOCADO SHRIMP SALAD



Mango Avocado Shrimp Salad image

From myrecipes.com, originally from Sunset magazine. Peaches (fresh or good canned) make a fine substitute if good, ripe mangoes (or canned mangoes) can't be found. The shrimp I've found that were the right size were Canadian shrimp; the fish counter at my supermarket had them available frozen upon request.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon sugar
2 large firm-ripe mangoes, peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4 inch cubes (2 lbs. total)
2 medium firm-ripe avocados, peeled, seeded, and cut into 3/4 inch cubes (1 lb. total)
2/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
2/3 cup chopped cilantro leaf
1 tablespoon minced fresh hot chili pepper (or 1/2 tsp. dried red chile flakes)
1 lb peeled cooked shrimp (sized 70 to 110 per lb.)

Steps:

  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add all salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately, or cover and chill up to 1 hour.

AVOCADO, GRAPEFRUIT AND GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD



Avocado, Grapefruit And Grilled Shrimp Salad image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and cleaned
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, cut into 1/4-inch-thick half-moon slices
1 large pink grapefruit, separated into sections
1/2 cup minced mint leaves

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil and cayenne pepper in a nonstick skillet. Heat over high heat until barely smoking. Add the shrimp and saute until the shrimp turn opaque, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Set aside to cool. Slice in half lengthwise. Set aside.
  • Combine the grated lemon and orange rinds with the orange and lime juices in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Whisk in the olive oil. Add the salt and pepper. Add the avocado slices and grapefruit sections. Toss gently. Take the avocado slices and grapefruit sections out of the bowl, one by one, and arrange them in a large ring on a round platter, slightly overlapping each other. Add the shrimp to the citrus and toss in the remaining vinaigrette. Mound the shrimp in the center of the ring. Garnish with the mint.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 299, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 623 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD ON ENDIVE LEAVES



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The secret to the shrimp salad's decadent taste: creamy avocado, which is rich in heart-healthy unsaturated fat. Slivers of scallion and a shot of lime juice brighten the flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces (about 20) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 3 limes)
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions, plus more, thinly sliced, for garnish
1 jalapeno chile, stem, ribs, and seeds removed, finely chopped (2 tablespoons)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 firm, ripe Hass avocado, pitted and peeled
2 to 3 small Belgian endives
Black sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp, and cook until opaque, about 1 minute. Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon; let cool. Cut into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • Transfer shrimp to a medium bowl. Add lime juice, chopped scallions, jalapeno, and salt. Stir to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Just before serving, cut avocado into a 1/4-inch cubes, and fold into shrimp mixture. Separate endive leaves, and arrange 24 on a platter. Spoon about 1 teaspoon shrimp salad onto each leaf. Garnish with sliced scallions, and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 g, Cholesterol 18 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 110 g

SHRIMP, WATERMELON AND AVOCADO SALAD



Shrimp, Watermelon and Avocado Salad image

A lovely, refreshing salad for those hot summer days you don't want to cook. Serve with a bagauette and that makes a complete supper! Citrus fruit can be substituted for the watermelon until it is in season and mint for the cilantro

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Summer

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb shrimp, cooked
4 cups watermelon, coarsely chopped
1 medium sweet white onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded, finely chopped (optional)
2 avocados, coarsely chopped
1 lime, juice of
1 teaspoon honey
3 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt or 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine shrimp, watermelon, onion, cilantro, jalapenos and avocados,.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, oil, salt and pepper.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow flavours to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.5, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 1089.1, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 13, Protein 18.9

CAJUN POTATO, PRAWN/SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



Cajun Potato, Prawn/Shrimp and Avocado Salad image

Make and share this Cajun Potato, Prawn/Shrimp and Avocado Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

300 g new potatoes (small baby or chats 10 oz halved)
1 tablespoon olive oil
250 g king prawns (8 oz, cooked and peeled)
1 garlic clove (minced)
2 spring onions (finely sliced)
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 avocado (peeled, stoned and diced)
1 cup alfalfa sprout
salt (to boil potatoes)

Steps:

  • Cook the potatoes in a large saucepan of lightly salted boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes or until tender, drain well.
  • Heat the oil in a wok or large nonstick frying pan/skillet.
  • Add the prawns, garlic, spring onions and Cajun seasoning and stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes or until the prawns are hot.
  • Stir in the potatoes and cook for a further minute.
  • Transfer to serving dishes and top with the avocado and the alfalfa sprouts and serve.

AVOCADO AND SHRIMP SALAD



Avocado and Shrimp Salad image

Chopped up in a salad, avocado adds a creamy texture without the saturated fat of cheese or dairy-based dressings. It is delicious here with shrimp, apple, and cucumber.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tarragon stems; 1 tablespoon chopped tarragon
1/2 lemon, quartered
kosher salt and ground black pepper
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
8 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 Granny Smith apple, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 avocado, pitted, quartered, and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 3 cups water, tarragon stems, lemon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and peppercorns to a boil.
  • Remove from heat, add shrimp and poach until opaque, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate (discard everything else) and refrigerate to cool.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, chives, tarragon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Add shrimp, apple, and cucumber, and toss to coat.
  • Divide salad between 4 bowls. Add avocado to the mixing bowl and toss with remaining dressing. Top each salad with a quarter of the avocado. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 g, Cholesterol 84 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, Sodium 208 g

LIME-SHRIMP AVOCADO PASTA SALAD



Lime-Shrimp Avocado Pasta Salad image

A fresh springtime pasta salad perfect for a Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Provided by MANDYMARTIN

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 8h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds uncooked shrimp - peeled, deveined, and chopped
¼ cup lime juice
1 (16 ounce) package uncooked cellentani (corkscrew) pasta
4 avocados - peeled, pitted and diced
1 pint grape tomatoes, quartered
1 large red onion, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dry mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Marinate shrimp overnight with 1/4 cup lime juice in a large bowl covered with plastic wrap. Drain shrimp.
  • Heat shrimp in a microwave-safe bowl until they are bright pink on the outside, about 6 minutes. Allow shrimp to cool.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook cellentani in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 12 minutes. Drain, then rinse with cold water until cool.
  • Mix shrimp, pasta, avocados, grape tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until dressing is well mixed.
  • Pour dressing over shrimp mixture; toss to coat. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Cholesterol 172.8 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 241.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Select ripe avocados: Choose avocados that are slightly soft when gently pressed. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have dark spots.
  • Cook shrimp properly: Shrimp should be cooked until they are opaque and pink. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light dressing is all that is needed to enhance the flavors of the avocado and shrimp. Too much dressing will overwhelm the other ingredients.
  • Serve immediately: Avocado shrimp salad is best served immediately after it is made. The avocado will start to brown if it is left to sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Avocado shrimp salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its healthy ingredients and delicious flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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