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Healthy Shrimp Avocado Salad

Healthy Shrimp Avocado Salad for a Refreshing Summer Delight

This Healthy Shrimp Avocado Salad is a light, creamy, and refreshing dish perfect for summer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or frozen, poached for best texture.
  • 2 pieces Avocado Make sure they're ripe.
  • 1 cup Celery Can be swapped with cucumbers.
  • 1 small Red Onion Mild bite; shallots can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Or lime juice for a twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Can be omitted for a lighter flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt A healthier alternative to mayo.
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Fresh preferred, dried works too.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a saucepan with salted water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add raw shrimp to the water and cook for 2–3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  2. Immediately after cooking, transfer the shrimp to a bowl filled with ice water. Allow them to chill for about 3–5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper.
  4. Once the shrimp has cooled, drain and pat them dry. In the bowl with the dressing, add poached shrimp, diced avocado, chopped celery, and minced red onion.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor and texture. Serve cold for a refreshing experience.

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