Shrimp, Grapefruit, and Avocado Salad Recipe

Name: Shrimp, Grapefruit, and Avocado Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tbsp Asian fish sauce; 3 tbsp fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp sugar; 2 tbsp avocado or olive oil; 30 large shrimp, cooked, peeled, and deveined; 2 large pink grapefruit, segmented; 3 red radishes, thinly sliced; 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and cut into chunks or slices; 3 scallions, thinly sliced; 6 oz (175g) baby salad greens (mesclun); Bunch of watercress, thick stems discarded; 6 sprigs of mint leaves, stems discarded, leaves torn

Servings: persons

3 tbsp Asian fish sauce
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp avocado or olive oil
30 large shrimp, cooked, peeled, and deveined
2 large pink grapefruit, segmented
3 red radishes, thinly sliced
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and cut into chunks or slices
3 scallions, thinly sliced
6 oz (175g) baby salad greens (mesclun)
Bunch of watercress, thick stems discarded
6 sprigs of mint leaves, stems discarded, leaves torn

1
Make the dressing.
2
Combine all of the ingredients together in a jar, and shake until blended.
3
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, and place in a bowl.
4
Add 2 tbsp of the dressing and toss.
5
Toss the grapefruit, radishes, avocados, scallions, greens, watercress, and mint leaves in a large bowl.
6
Divide among 6 dinner plates.
7
Arrange 5 shrimp on top of each, and drizzle with the remaining dressing.
8
Serve immediately.
9
Variation:
10
Lobster and Crab Salad: Substitute chunks of lobster or lump crab meat for the shrimp.

872

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

181

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tbsp Asian fish sauce, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp avocado or olive oil, and more.

Yes, Shrimp, Grapefruit, and Avocado Salad 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!

Shrimp, Grapefruit, and Avocado Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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