Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 jalapeño (optional), finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: mixed greens or romaine lettuce as a base
Instructions
Step-by-Step
Step 1: Cook the Shrimp
Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 2: Prepare the Veggies
In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and jalapeño. Add diced avocado last to prevent bruising.
Step 3: Make the Dressing
Whisk together lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 4: Toss and Combine
Add the cooled shrimp and cilantro to the veggie mix. Gently toss everything with the lime dressing.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately over a bed of greens or chilled on its own. Garnish with extra lime wedges and cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 6
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sodium: 480mg
- Protein: 25g