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Mediterranean Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Mediterranean Shrimp and Avocado Salad That's Just Divine

A flavorful Mediterranean Shrimp and Avocado Salad that's quick to prepare and perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Vegetables
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking shrimp
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for dressing
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for dressing
  • handful fresh basil chopped
  • handful fresh parsley chopped
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • feta cheese optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Spatula
  • Cutting Board
  • Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add shrimp, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. While cooking, slice avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Halve cherry tomatoes and add to the bowl.
  3. Chop basil and parsley, rinse, dry, and mix into the bowl with avocado and tomatoes.
  4. Once shrimp is cooked, add it to the bowl with vegetables. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, then fold gently to combine.
  5. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed. Optionally sprinkle feta cheese on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day.

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