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A bright bowl of shrimp avocado salad with cucumbers and red onions
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Shrimp Avocado Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 285kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 large ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 medium English cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Submerge the shrimp in the boiling water and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until opaque and pink.
  • Drain the shrimp and immediately transfer to an ice bath for 2 minutes to stop the cooking process.
  • Pat the chilled shrimp dry and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the diced avocado, cucumber, and minced red onion to the bowl.
  • In a small separate container, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.