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20-Minute Shrimp Avocado Salad That Tastes Like Summer Bliss

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A refreshing shrimp avocado salad with lime cilantro dressing, perfect for a light summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails off)
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved (mix of red/yellow)
  • 1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice (plus lime wedges for serving)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the mix-ins: Dice avocados, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely chop red onion and cilantro.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Toss gently: Add shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro to a bowl. Pour dressing over the top and gently toss until everything is coated (try not to mash the avocado).
  4. Serve: Taste and add more salt/lime if needed. Serve right away with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Best served fresh; avocado may brown if stored.
  • Adjust spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.

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