Best 9 Shrimp Avocado Salads Recipes

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Shrimp avocado salads are a delicious and refreshing combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp provides a delicate sweetness and a slightly briny flavor, while the avocado adds a creamy richness and a smooth texture. These salads are often served with a tangy dressing that helps to balance out the flavors of the shrimp and avocado. They are a great option for a light and healthy meal, and they can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP & AVOCADO SALADS



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This gorgeous shrimp and avocado salad has such authentic flavor, you'll think you're sitting at a beachside cantina in Acapulco. -Heidi Hall, North St. Paul, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons olive oil
5 cups hearts of romaine salad mix
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced
CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE:
7 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the shrimp, garlic, chili powder, salt and cumin in oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the romaine, corn, peas and red pepper; divide among 4 serving plates. Top each with shrimp and avocado. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients; drizzle over salads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 35g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

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

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 AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced, plus 3 tablespoons
chopped celery leaves
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 limes
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 hass avocados, diced
1 5-ounce package baby kale salad mix (about 8 cups)
1 small bunch radishes, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high.
  • Make the dressing. Combine the mayonnaise, celery leaves, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Grate in the zest of 1 lime and squeeze in the juice.
  • Toss the shrimp with the vegetable oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a bowl. Arrange the shrimp on the grill and cook until pink and just firm, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to the bowl with the dressing; squeeze in the juice of the remaining 1/2 lime.
  • Add the sliced celery, avocados, salad mix and radishes to the bowl with the shrimp; toss to coat. Top with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro.

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: jumbo shrimp, limes, salt, pepper, romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, fresh cilantro, avocados, olive oil, honey, chili powder, blue corn tortilla chips

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb jumbo shrimp
3 limes
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
½ cup cherry tomato, or grape tomato, halved
⅓ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
2 avocados, chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 bag blue corn tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with salt, pepper, and juice from one lime.
  • Sauté shrimp around 1-2 minutes each side, until the shrimp is pink and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan, so you may need to sauté the shrimp in batches. Set aside.
  • Place chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, and avocados, in a large salad bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, juice from 2 limes, honey, chili powder, salt and pepper to form the dressing.
  • Toss salad with dressing. Add Shrimp and toss.
  • Add tortilla chips to the sides of the bowls.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 52 grams, Sugar 16 grams

AVOCADO AND SHRIMP SALAD



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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

SPICY SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD



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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.

AVOCADO-SHRIMP SALAD



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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

SEARED SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: Opt for fresh, wild-caught shrimp whenever possible. Avoid pre-cooked or frozen shrimp, as they tend to be less flavorful and have a rubbery texture.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: Overcooked shrimp is tough and chewy. Cook shrimp just until it turns opaque and pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Use ripe avocados: Ripe avocados are creamy and flavorful. Avoid avocados that are too hard or too soft.
  • Add some acidity: A squeeze of lemon or lime juice adds brightness and acidity to the salad. This helps to balance out the richness of the shrimp and avocado.
  • Don't skimp on the herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, and mint add a pop of flavor to the salad. Don't be afraid to use a generous amount.
  • Serve immediately: Shrimp avocado salad is best served immediately after it's made. The shrimp will start to toughen up if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Shrimp avocado salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of protein, healthy fats, and vitamins. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a shrimp avocado salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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