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Fresh Shrimp Avocado Cucumber Salad Recipe Easy 5-Minute Zesty Flair

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A quick and refreshing salad combining creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and tender shrimp with a zesty, tangy dressing featuring lime juice, honey, and chili flakes. Perfect for a light summer meal or easy lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught preferred, pre-cooked optional)
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 large English cucumber or 2 small regular cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (or substitute fresh parsley)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste or omit)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. If using raw shrimp, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Pat dry with paper towels. (Skip if using pre-cooked shrimp.)
  2. Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and dice into bite-sized pieces. Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice similarly. Place both in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Finely chop red onion and cilantro. Toss them into the bowl with avocado and cucumber. Soak onion in cold water for 5 minutes beforehand if you want to mellow the bite.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Add the shrimp to the bowl with vegetables. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 15 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Toss diced avocado with lime juice immediately after cutting to prevent browning. Be gentle when mixing to keep avocado creamy and intact. If shrimp seems dry, drizzle a little olive oil before tossing. Soaking red onion in cold water for 5 minutes mellows its sharpness. Dressing can be made ahead and refrigerated. For no heat, substitute chili flakes with smoked paprika or omit entirely.

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Keywords: shrimp salad, avocado salad, cucumber salad, quick salad, summer salad, zesty dressing, easy recipe, healthy lunch

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