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High-Protein Shrimp and Avocado Citrus Salad
Melissa Andrew

High-Protein Shrimp and Avocado Citrus Salad

High-Protein Shrimp and Avocado Citrus Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Salad / Main Dish
Cuisine: American / Mediterranean-inspired
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

  • | Raw shrimp peeled and deveined | 8 oz (225 g) |
  • | Mixed salad greens | 4 cups |
  • | Avocado sliced | 1 medium |
  • | Orange or grapefruit segmented | 1 large |
  • | Olive oil for cooking shrimp | 1 tbsp |
  • | Salt | 1/4 tsp |
  • | Black pepper | 1/4 tsp |
Citrus Dressing
  • | Fresh orange or grapefruit juice | 2 tbsp |
  • | Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
  • | Honey or maple syrup | 1 tsp |
  • | Dijon mustard | 1/2 tsp |
  • | Salt | 1/8 tsp |
  • | Black pepper | 1/8 tsp |

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and black pepper. Place the shrimp in the skillet and cook for about 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink, opaque, and slightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Prepare the citrus dressing by whisking together fresh citrus juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix until the dressing becomes smooth and well blended.
  3. In a large salad bowl, arrange the mixed greens as the base. Add the citrus segments and sliced avocado evenly across the greens to create a colorful and balanced salad.
  4. Place the cooked shrimp on top of the salad. Drizzle the citrus dressing over everything and gently toss if desired. Serve immediately while the shrimp are still slightly warm.

Notes

  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fat: 26 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg