Zesty Lime Shrimp Avocado (Print Version)
A vibrant salad with lime, shrimp, avocado, tomato, and jalapeño for a fresh, flavorful twist.
# Ingredients:
Vegetables & Herbs
01 -
1/4 cup chopped red onion
02 -
1 medium diced tomato
03 -
1 medium Hass avocado, diced (about 5 oz)
04 -
1 jalapeño, seeds removed and finely diced
05 -
1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Seafood & Protein
06 -
1 lb jumbo cooked peeled shrimp, chopped
Seasonings & Oils
07 -
2 limes, juiced
08 -
1 tsp olive oil
09 -
1/4 tsp kosher salt
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Black pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small bowl, combine chopped red onion, lime juice, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Let sit for at least 5 minutes to soften and mellow the onion's sharpness.
02 -
In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, diced avocado, diced tomato, and finely diced jalapeño.
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Add the marinated onion mixture and chopped cilantro to the shrimp mixture. Gently toss to evenly distribute all ingredients. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
# Notes:
01 -
Allowing the onion to marinate softens its flavor, balancing the acidity of the lime juice.