Shrimp and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing

Name: Shrimp and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds large shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced; 2 ripe Hass avocadoshalved, peeled and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick; 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced; Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the shrimp until loosely curled and just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
2
Drain well; transfer to a large bowl and let cool slightly.
3
In a small bowl, combine the grapefruit and lime juices, vinegar and oregano and season with salt and pepper.
4
Add 2 tablespoons of the citrus dressing to the shrimp, toss well and season with salt and pepper.
5
Season the tomatoes and avocado slices with salt and pepper and arrange on a platter with the onion, alternating and overlapping the slices.
6
Spoon the remaining citrus dressing over the salad and top with the shrimp.
7
Drizzle olive oil over all and serve immediately.

266

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds large shrimp, shelled and deveined, 1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!