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Fresh Shrimp and Avocado Salad Recipe with Easy Citrus Vinaigrette

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A light, fresh salad combining juicy shrimp and creamy avocado with a bright citrus vinaigrette, perfect for warm weather and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught recommended)
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 1 pound of fresh shrimp. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  4. Remove shrimp from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 minced garlic clove.
  6. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Dice 2 ripe avocados into bite-sized pieces.
  8. Halve 1 cup cherry tomatoes.
  9. Finely dice 1 small red onion.
  10. Roughly chop 1/4 cup fresh cilantro if using.
  11. Rinse and spin dry 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens.
  12. In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and greens.
  13. Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly, taking care not to mash the avocado.
  14. Taste and season with extra salt or pepper if needed.
  15. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve.

Notes

Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushiness. Toss avocado with lemon juice to prevent browning. Do not overcook shrimp to keep them tender. Keep vinaigrette separate if prepping ahead to avoid soggy greens.

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Keywords: shrimp salad, avocado salad, citrus vinaigrette, quick salad, healthy salad, seafood salad, summer salad

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