Description
Mango Avocado Shrimp Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad features succulent shrimp, sweet mango, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Whether served as a light lunch or a stunning appetizer at gatherings, this salad is bound to impress with its beautiful colors and tantalizing flavors. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrition, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 2. Prepare the Fruits: While cooking the shrimp, dice mangoes and avocados into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. Chop the Herbs: Finely chop cilantro.
- 4. Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Combine Everything: In a large bowl, toss cooked shrimp with diced mangoes and avocados. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle cilantro. Gently mix without mashing the avocado.
- 6. Serve: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with lime wedges or additional cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg