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Shrimp Avocado Salsa (Fresh & Easy Recipe)

A fresh and vibrant shrimp avocado salsa made with juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tender shrimp tossed in a bright lime dressing. Think of it as a chunky, refreshing salad that doubles as a dip or topping.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Latino
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 270kcal
Author: Vanessa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined (450 g)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (1 g)
  • Salt, to season shrimp
  • 1 avocado, peeled and diced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, diced (75 g)
  • 1 large jalapeño, seeded and diced
  • ½ cup cilantro, roughly chopped (15 g)
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (60 ml)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (1 g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (3 g)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (0.5 g)

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  • Season the shrimp with paprika and a pinch of salt. Add to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Do not overcook. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Once cooled, roughly chop the shrimp into bite-sized pieces if desired.
  • In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
  • Add the lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  • Gently toss everything together until combined, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  • Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, nachos, or grilled meats.

Notes

  • This salsa is best enjoyed fresh for optimal texture and flavor.
  • To save time, prep all vegetables ahead of time except the avocado, which should be cut just before serving.
  • If using pre-cooked shrimp, skip the cooking step and proceed with assembling the salsa.
  • Mix gently to keep the avocado chunks intact and avoid a mashed consistency.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 840mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1220IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 1mg