Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad Recipe, an ideal choice for a quick, nutritious meal. This delightful salad features succulent pan-seared citrus shrimp paired with creamy avocado and a mix of fresh greens. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s not just visually appealing but also packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you satisfied. With a preparation time of only 20 minutes, this recipe is versatile enough to customize with your favorite greens or additional toppings like nuts and herbs. Enjoy it on its own, as part of a wrap, or over a bed of quinoa for added texture. Say goodbye to boring meals and hello to this refreshing, easy-to-make salad that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium shrimp (pan-seared)
- 8 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, lettuce, etc.)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced or diced)
- 1 shallot (minced)
- 4 ounces sliced almonds (toasted)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon or orange
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the pan-seared citrus shrimp if not done already.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with the choice of greens.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon or orange juice; toss lightly.
- Fold in the avocado, shallots, and toasted almonds.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg