Description
Elevate your meal with this vibrant Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad, a delightful blend of fresh flavors that’s perfect for any occasion. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious dish featuring succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp greens. Packed with protein and healthy fats, this salad is not only satisfying but also versatile, allowing you to customize it to suit your preferences. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or served at a dinner gathering, this refreshing salad will impress your guests while keeping your meal prep on track.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium pan-seared shrimp
- 8 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1 avocado (sliced or diced)
- 1 shallot (minced)
- 4 ounces sliced almonds (toasted)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon or orange
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp as desired—pan-searing is ideal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked shrimp with greens.
- Drizzle with olive oil and citrus juice; toss gently.
- Fold in avocado, shallots, and almonds. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg