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Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad Recipe

07/09/2020 · Kelly Rowe · 2 Comments

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Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad

A fresh and healthy delicious lunch or dinner idea that is perfect for summer. This Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad with an avocado crema dressing is sure to be a new favorite dish.

When the warmer temperatures make their introduction, salads become a delicious option.  Along with the mixed greens, add a protein and you have a meal that is sure to please (especially if you like salads).

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To clarify, I love salads.  Sometimes they’re not on the healthy side, like the Chicken Tender Salad with an amazing ranch dressing from Cheddar’s.  Likewise, a Ceasar Salad can be a little unhealthier too.  That’s to blame on the dressing, cheese, and croutons.  But boy are they good (fist bump).

However, if I’m passing up a fried dish, french fries, or pasta — I usually feel a lot less guilty.  It’s a healthier choice, even if it’s not the healthiest one.  Does that make sense?  Ha… I’m sitting here chuckling at my insane justification, even if it does seem plausible.

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On the other hand, there are several delicious and healthy salads (like this Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad) to choose from too.  Thank goodness, right? A favorite I make at home is the Taco Salad.  But, it seems I haven’t made that in a while.  I need to add that to the menu soon.  

While writing about salads, I was thinking about the woven wood salad serving bowl and matching salad bowls my mom used to have.  Dorothy Draper said, “Salad is never more appetizing than when served in a large wooden bowl.”

That made me smile.  I love when happy memories overwhelm me every now and then.  My parents entertained a lot, so that wooden bowl was used a lot.  Back on topic…

There are really two recipes in one here — the Zesty Shrimp recipe and the Avocado Cream Salad Dressing.

Zesty Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients:
-Shrimp
-Extra Virgin Olive Oil
-Lemon Juice
-Paprika
-Garlic Powder
-Chili Powder, optional
-Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions:
Add all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.  After that, add shrimp and let it marinate for approximately 5 minutes.

Next, you’ll transfer the shrimp to pan and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until done.  Remove from heat and set aside.

Avocado Crema Dressing

Ingredients:
-Avocado
-Sour Cream
-Lemon Juice
-Salt and Pepper, to taste
-Garlic Powder

Instructions:
Place ingredients in a bowl and whisk together with a fork.  Serve with Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad.

Ingredients for Avocado Crema DressingSooooooo, if you like shrimp and avocado — your tastebuds might just do a happy dance with this dish.  Honestly, I’m not sure I’ve combined shrimp and avocado before.  And I have no idea why. 

Regardless, it’s a perfect pairing.  I can’t wait to hear what you think of this zesty goodness.  Let’s get to it and whip up this Shrimp Avocado salad.  Enjoy.

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Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad

Zesty Shrimp Avocado Salad with an avocado crema dressing. Making a fresh and healthy delicious meal option, this dish is sure to be a new favorite.
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Ingredients

Zesty Shrimp

  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Avocado Crema Dressing

  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Salad

  • 3 cups salad mix
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Zesty Shrimp

  • In a bowl combine the olive oil with the lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder (optional), salt, and pepper.
  • Add the shrimp and toss to combine so the shrimp is well coated with the marinade. Let it marinate for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Transfer the shrimp to the pan and cook for 3 minutes per side or until done. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Avocado Crema Dressing

  • Place avocado, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Using a fork, mix until evenly and thoroughly mixed together.

Salad Assembly

  • Arrange the salad mixture in a bowl.
  • Top with the avocado, cherry tomatoes, and zesty shrimp. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve with avocado crema dressing.
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  1. MARY ANNE MCWHIRTER says

    07/09/2020 at 10:07 am

    How many does this serve / 2?

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      07/13/2020 at 11:25 pm

      Hi Mary Anne! The serving size depends on how you want to serve it. This salad can be served as two smaller lunches or appetizer salads — or a large full meal salad. Hope that helps. Cheers.

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