Mango Avocado Shrimp Salad (Printable Version)
Succulent shrimp tossed with sweet mango, creamy avocado, and tangy lime dressing for a refreshing tropical meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
1 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp
→ Fruits and Vegetables
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1 ripe mango, diced
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1 ripe avocado, diced
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1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
→ Dressing
06 -
3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 -
Boil or sauté peeled and deveined shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Let them cool slightly before adding to the salad.
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Dice the ripe mango and avocado into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro to evenly distribute their flavors.
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In a small bowl, whisk together freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. This dressing enhances the salad's freshness and balances the sweetness of the mango.
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Gently toss the cooled shrimp, chopped mango, avocado, red onion, and cilantro with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the avocado while mixing.
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Allow the salad to chill for about 15 minutes to enhance the flavors, then serve immediately for the best texture and taste.