🥑🦐 Cilantro Lime Shrimp & Avocado Salad
Fresh, Zesty, and Perfect for a Light Lunch!
This Cilantro Lime Shrimp & Avocado Salad is bursting with citrusy, fresh flavors, creamy avocado, and tender shrimp. Perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or a crowd-pleasing starter. Quick to make, colorful, and packed with protein — it’s a winner every time!
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🕒 Time & Yield
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Marinate Time: 10 minutes
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Total Time: 25 minutes
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Servings: 4
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Calories: ~340 per serving
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Protein: ~28g per serving
🧾 Ingredients
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1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled & deveined
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2 ripe avocados, sliced
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4 cups arugula or mixed greens
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½ red onion, thinly sliced
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of 2 limes
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½ tsp honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 How to Make It
1️⃣ Toss the Zesty Shrimp
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In a bowl, mix shrimp with lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
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Let marinate 10 minutes to absorb citrusy, refreshing flavor.
2️⃣ Prep the Salad Base
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In a large bowl, layer arugula, red onion, and avocado slices.
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This creates a fresh, colorful, and crunchy foundation.
3️⃣ Assemble with Style
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Spoon marinated shrimp over the greens and avocado.
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Drizzle leftover marinade over the top for extra flavor.
4️⃣ Garnish & Spice It Up
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Sprinkle red pepper flakes and chili slices for a touch of heat.
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Add extra cilantro for a fresh, herbaceous pop.
5️⃣ Serve
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Serve immediately chilled and crisp.
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Great as a light dinner, lunch, or paired with tortilla chips for a party-style appetizer.