Spicy Shrimp Avocado Salad

Experience a burst of bold flavors with this Spicy Shrimp Avocado Salad, a vibrant and protein-packed dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Juicy shrimp are coated in a smoky spice blend featuring paprika, chili powder, and a kick of cayenne, then quickly seared to perfection. Paired with creamy avocado, crisp mixed greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber, this salad gets a zesty finishing touch from a tangy lime-cilantro dressing sweetened with just a hint of honey. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or impressive appetizer. Ideal for seafood lovers craving a healthy option with a spicy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or lettuce mix)
• 2 avocados (diced)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cucumber (sliced)
• 0.25 red onion (thinly sliced)
• 3 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tsp honey
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Toss the shrimp with the spice mixture to coat evenly.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, chopped cilantro, honey, and 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to make the dressing.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and red onion.

Step 6

Add the cooked shrimp on top of the salad.

Step 7

Drizzle the lime dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1211.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1667.6

Total Fat 119.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 2159.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 120.5g	0%

Vitamin D 811.1IU	0%
Calcium 353.1mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 3625.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 12.5%