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Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad Recipe

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This Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and zesty lime juice all tossed together with your favorite chunky salsa. Perfect for hot summer days, this ceviche-style salad is easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Vegetables

  • 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined & tail off
  • ½ cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small jalapeno, deseeded & finely chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

Dressing and Toppings

  • ½ cup + 2 tbsp chunky salsa (mild, medium or hot)
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 2 limes, juiced (or more if you prefer)
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste (be generous with the salt)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Pat your shrimp dry with a paper towel and cut them into bite-size pieces. If using frozen pre-cooked shrimp, thaw completely before cutting. Place the shrimp in a large bowl and set aside.
  2. Add Vegetables and Herbs: Add the diced cucumber, jalapeno, chopped tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the shrimp.
  3. Dress the Salad: Pour the chunky salsa and the juice of the limes over the shrimp and vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly until the salad is completely coated.
  4. Season to Taste: Generously season the salad with salt and a pinch of black pepper. Mix again, then taste and adjust the seasoning and lime juice as needed.
  5. Add Avocado and Serve: Sprinkle the diced avocado on top right before serving and serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips. Alternatively, chill the salad in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving, but add the avocado only just prior to serving to prevent browning.

Notes

  • The amounts for salsa, lime juice, and salt can be adjusted to your taste preferences. It’s best to add these gradually, tasting as you go.
  • Use any type of chunky salsa you prefer—mild, medium, or hot all work great in this recipe.
  • If chilling, add avocado last to maintain its fresh appearance and texture.

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