Description
Grilled Shrimp & Avocado Salad is a vibrant dish that combines succulent grilled shrimp with creamy avocado, crisp greens, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, this salad offers a refreshing taste perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that brings the flavor of coastal dining directly to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp, coat well, and let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle salad mixture with additional lime juice and olive oil before serving.
- Top the salad with grilled shrimp and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Experiment with different greens or add fruits like mango for sweetness. For added richness, sprinkle feta cheese over the salad before serving.