Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Salad
This grilled shrimp and avocado salad is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer meal. The shrimp is grilled to perfection and combined with avocado, romaine lettuce, cucumber, red onion, and a simple vinaigrette. The result is a salad that's both flavorful and healthy.
I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover grilled shrimp. I had some avocado and romaine lettuce on hand, and I thought they would be a good match for the shrimp. I also added some cucumber and red onion for crunch and flavor. The dressing is a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. It's light and tangy, and it complements the flavors of the shrimp and vegetables perfectly. This salad is now one of my favorite summer dishes. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's healthy too.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard.
  6. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to combine.
  7. Top the salad with the grilled shrimp.
  8. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The shrimp is grilled to perfection and seasoned with salt and pepper, which brings out its natural flavor.
  • The avocado is sliced and added to the salad for a creamy texture and rich flavor.
  • The romaine lettuce is chopped and added to the salad for a crunchy texture and a mild flavor.
  • The cucumber is sliced and added to the salad for a refreshing crunch and a mild flavor.
  • The red onion is thinly sliced and added to the salad for a sharp flavor and a pop of color.
  • The vinaigrette is made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, and it's light and tangy, and it complements the flavors of the shrimp and vegetables perfectly.