Chili Lime Shrimp Salad with Avocado

Tiffany Manners

This vibrant and refreshing Chili Lime Shrimp Salad with Avocado is the perfect combination of zesty, smoky, and creamy flavors. Inspired by Mexican coastal cuisine, this dish is a great balance of spice and acidity, with the richness of avocado and the crispness of fresh greens. It's an ideal light lunch or dinner that packs a punch in flavor.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Course Salad

Cuisine Latin American / Caribbean

Servings bowls

Calories 342 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Skillet
Tongs
Whisk
Knife

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined preferably wild-caught
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed

For the Salad:

4 cups mixed greens baby spinach, arugula, or romaine
1 medium avocado, sliced ripe but firm
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Dressing:

3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
1 tsp honey
½ tsp Dijon mustard
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and lime juice. Toss to coat evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn opaque and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large serving bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Top the salad with the cooked shrimp and serve immediately.

Notes

For added crunch, sprinkle roasted pepitas or crushed tortilla chips on top before serving.
Adjust spice levels by adding a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes to the shrimp marinade.

Nutrition

Calories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 18gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1111mgPotassium: 538mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1169IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 1mg

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