Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad

This salad is a refreshing and flavorful combination of shrimp, avocado, grapefruit, and orange, tossed in a tangy lime vinaigrette. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp.

I first came up with this recipe many years ago when I was living in Florida. I was looking for a way to use up some leftover shrimp, and I had some avocados and citrus fruits on hand. I threw everything together in a bowl, and the salad was a hit! I've been making it ever since, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 avocados, diced
• 1 grapefruit, segmented
• 1 orange, segmented
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Mixed greens for serving

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, avocados, grapefruit segments, orange segments, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Serve the salad over a bed of mixed greens.

Why It Works

• The combination of shrimp, avocado, grapefruit, and orange is a winning one. The shrimp is succulent and flavorful, the avocado is creamy and rich, the grapefruit is tart and refreshing, and the orange is sweet and juicy.
• The lime vinaigrette is the perfect complement to the salad. It's tangy and flavorful, and it helps to brighten up the flavors of the other ingredients.
• The salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. You can add more or less shrimp, avocado, grapefruit, or orange, depending on what you like.
• The salad is also a good source of protein, healthy fats, and vitamins and minerals.