Shrimp, Spiced Mango, and Avocado Salad with Citrus

Name: Shrimp, Spiced Mango, and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup grapeseed oil; 2 tablespoons Spanish-style smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest; 1 tablespoon coarsely cracked black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 12 extra-large shrimp (U-12), peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon finely grated lime zest; 1/4 cup grape seed oil; 1/4 cup olive oil; Coarse salt; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 4 loosely packed cups torn, soft lettuces, such as red oak and lolla rossa; 1/4 cup finely diced red onion; 1 mango, peeled, seeded, and diced; 1 Haas avocado, peeled, seeded, and diced; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons Spanish-style smoked paprika
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1 tablespoon coarsely cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 extra-large shrimp (U-12), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1/4 cup grape seed oil
1/4 cup olive oil
Coarse salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 loosely packed cups torn, soft lettuces, such as red oak and lolla rossa
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 mango, peeled, seeded, and diced
1 Haas avocado, peeled, seeded, and diced
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Make the marinade: Whisk together all the ingredients in a large bowl.
2
Reserve 2 teaspoons of the marinade.
3
Add the shrimp to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 6.
4
Make the vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, mustard, zest, and reserved marinade.
5
While whisking, drizzle in the oils to form a smooth vinaigrette.
6
Set aside.
7
Make the salad: Remove the shrimp from the marinade; scrape off any excess marinade from the shrimp.
8
Season the shrimp, to taste, with salt.
9
Heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat.
10
Add the shrimp and cook, turning once, until just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.
11
Remove the skillet from the heat.
12
In a bowl, toss together the onion, mango and avocado.
13
Dress lightly with some of the vinaigrette.
14
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
15
In a another bowl, lightly toss the lettuce with some of the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper.
16
Mound the salad in the center of a platter and surround with the shrimp.
17
Spoon some of the dressing over the shrimp and serve.
18
(Reserve remaining vinaigrette for another use.)

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup grapeseed oil, 2 tablespoons Spanish-style smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest, 1 tablespoon coarsely cracked black pepper, and more.

Yes, Shrimp, Spiced Mango, 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.

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Shrimp, Spiced Mango, and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing

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