Creamy Avocado Shrimp Salad 🍤🥑
Creamy Avocado Shrimp Salad 🥗 Cool shrimp, ripe avocado, and a lime-kissed dressing come together in a salad that feels fresh but still satisfying.It is creamy without feeling heavy, with herbs and red onion adding a clean finish.
🛒Ingredients :
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
👩🍳How to Make It:
- Cook the Shrimp
Boil or gently sauté the shrimp until pink, tender, and just cooked through. Let them cool completely before adding them to the salad. - Whisk the Dressing
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until creamy and smooth. - Gather the Salad
Add the cooled shrimp, diced avocado, red onion, and chopped cilantro or parsley to a large bowl. Keep the avocado pieces generous so they hold their shape. - Fold Gently
Pour the dressing over the salad and fold with a soft touch. Coat everything evenly without crushing the avocado. - Chill and Serve
Refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes so the flavors settle. Serve cold while the shrimp is tender and the avocado stays creamy.
Nutrition and Timing:
Prep Time: 15 min . Cook Time: 5 min . Total Time: 20 min . Servings: 4
Approx. 390 Calories | 26g Protein per serving