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Creamy Shrimp Avocado Salad

Irresistibly Creamy Shrimp Avocado Salad for Fresh Flavor!

This Creamy Shrimp Avocado Salad is a fresh and nutritious dish packed with protein-rich shrimp and healthy fats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Thawed if frozen.
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped.
  • 2 medium Persian or Mini Cucumbers Sliced.
  • 1 medium Avocado Ripe.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Honey Agave syrup can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Important for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint Or other herbs.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Or other herbs.
  • 2 tablespoons Water To adjust consistency.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Food Processor
  • serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Shrimp Avocado Salad
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  2. Wash and chop romaine lettuce, slice cucumbers, and arrange on a serving platter.
  3. In a food processor, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey, cumin, mint, and dill. Blend until smooth, adjust consistency with water.
  4. Layer chopped romaine and cucumbers on a platter, add cooked shrimp and sliced avocado on top.
  5. Drizzle dressing over salad, gently toss until coated. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh, and avoid combining avocado with dressing until serving to maintain freshness.

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