Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Here’s a fresh and flavorful recipe for Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad – perfect for a light lunch or a quick dinner. It’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and bright citrusy flavors.

🥗 Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined (use cooked or cook raw shrimp in advance)

• 1 large avocado, diced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1 cucumber, diced (optional for crunch)

• 1 jalapeño, minced (optional for heat)

• Zest and juice of 2 limes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook shrimp (if needed):

   • Boil, grill, or sauté shrimp until pink and opaque (about 2–3 minutes per side). Let cool slightly.

2. Make the dressing:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Assemble the salad:

   • In a large bowl, combine shrimp, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber (if using), jalapeño, and cilantro.

4. Toss and serve:

   • Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

   • Chill for 10–15 minutes (optional) or serve immediately.

Tips:

• Add some mixed greens or butter lettuce to make it more of a leafy salad.

• Great with tortilla chips or served in lettuce cups.

• Squeeze in some orange juice for a sweeter citrusy twist.