Best 7 Shrimp Salad With Creamy Avocado Dressing Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our ultimate guide to the "Shrimp Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing" recipe, meticulously crafted by Tasty. This tantalizing dish promises an explosion of flavors, textures, and vibrant colors that will leave your taste buds dancing in delight. As we delve into the world of this delectable salad, you'll discover the perfect balance between succulent shrimp, creamy avocado dressing, and an array of crisp vegetables that come together in perfect harmony.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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

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

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

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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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

SHRIMP AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH CREAMY JALAPENO DRESSING



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To the seared shrimp, try replacing the white or black pepper with ground chile pepper, like chipotle or ancho.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup cilantro leaf
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded if desired
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt
white pepper or black pepper
1/2 lb medium uncooked peeled shrimp
10 cups mixed greens, torn into bite-size pieces
1/2 small red onion, halved, cut in slivers
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • For the dressing, mince the cilantro and jalapeno in a food processor or blender. Add the oil, mayonnaise, vinegar, honey and salt to taste; mix well.
  • For the salad, heat the oil in a medium skillet; add the cumin, salt and pepper to taste. Add shrimp; cook over high heat until cooked through, 3-5 minutes, flipping as necessary. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Mix salad greens and red onion in a serving bowl; toss with dressing. Arrange shrimp and avocado over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4, Fat 36.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 466.9, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 9.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: For the best results, use fresh or frozen shrimp that has been peeled and deveined. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Cook the shrimp properly: To prevent overcooking and rubbery shrimp, cook them quickly over high heat. A good rule of thumb is to cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  • Make the avocado dressing ahead of time: The avocado dressing can be made up to 24 hours in advance. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Use ripe avocados: For the best flavor, use ripe avocados that are slightly soft to the touch.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Feel free to add other ingredients to your shrimp salad, such as chopped celery, red onion, or cucumber.

Conclusion:

Shrimp salad with creamy avocado dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. With its creamy, tangy dressing and tender shrimp, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this shrimp salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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