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Shrimp Avocado Salad
This low-carb Shrimp Avocado Salad is made with only a few simple ingredients with a zesty lime olive oil dressing that adds a fresh flavor!
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 363 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp thawed
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- ¼ red onion diced
- 2 avocados sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh cracked pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Lower the heat to medium. Place the shrimp in a steamer insert or mesh strainer on top of the pot of water and cover with a lid. Steam until the shrimp curl and turn bright pink, 4-6 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool
- To make the dressing, use a bowl large enough to hold all the salad ingredients. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt and pepper until emulsified.
- Transfer the steam shrimp on top of the dressing. Add the shredded lettuce and red onions and combine with the dressing in the bowl. Tuck the sliced avocados around the shrimp and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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Notes
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 2 days in the fridge. But it's best to enjoy it within 24 hours since the avocados will slightly brown the next day.
- Make Ahead Tips: You can make the dressing up to 2 weeks in advance and have it on hand ready to toss when you make the salad. You can also made pre-cooked shrimp and toss it in the salad instead of cooking it on your own.
- Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However if you're not a fan of red onions, you can try green onions or skip them all together. Also, if you prefer not to use cumin in the dressing, try paprika or coriander.
Nutrition Information
Calories
363kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
18g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
183mg
(61%)
Sodium
438mg
(18%)
Potassium
874mg
(25%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
348IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
100mg
(10%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 363
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 363kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 183mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 438mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 874mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 348IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.