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Shrimp, Avocado & Grapefruit Salad, plated

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Shrimp, Avocado & Grapefruit Salad

  • 30 min
  • 2–6 servings
  • 414 kcal / serving
  • ★ 4.5 on Mealime

A bright shrimp, avocado, and grapefruit salad with crisp lettuce and a citrusy dressing; the creamy avocado pairs with juicy grapefruit and tender shrimp for a light, weeknight-friendly meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1avocado
  • 1 headbutter (Boston) lettuce
  • 1 clovegarlic
  • 1grapefruit
  • ½lime
  • ¾ lbraw peeled shrimp, fresh or frozen
  • avocados
  • grapefruits
  • limes

From the pantry: black pepper, honey, salt, virgin coconut oil

Cookware

chef's knife · colander · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · salad spinner (optional) · stainless steel skillet · tongs · whisk or fork

Directions

  1. If using frozen shrimp, place them in a medium bowl and cover with water to thaw, otherwise skip this step.
  2. Wash and dry the butter lettuce, then tear it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Wash the grapefruit and cut it into quarters; slice three of the quarters into wedges and reserve one quarter for the dressing.
  4. Halve the avocado and remove the pit; slice the flesh while still in the skin and scoop it out, saving a quarter of the avocado for the dressing.
  5. Juice the lime and the remaining grapefruit wedge into a small bowl, add the saved avocado, and mash until smooth. Whisk in honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  6. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Peel and mince the garlic.
  8. Rinse the shrimp under cold water to remove any ice, then pat dry with paper towels.
  9. Add a thin coat of oil to the skillet, then cook the garlic for 15–30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn opaque, about 2–3 minutes.
  10. To serve, arrange lettuce on plates, top with avocado slices, grapefruit, and the shrimp, then drizzle with the dressing.

Two tips

  • Prep ahead by thawing shrimp and washing lettuce so assembly is quick at mealtime.
  • Leftover components can be stored separately in the fridge for later use, or serve the salad with extra lettuce on the side for a larger portion.

Nutrition per serving

Calories
414 kcal
Protein
27 g
Carbs
28 g
Fat
24 g
Fiber
10 g
Sodium
975 mg

Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.

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