Description
A vibrant and flavorful Caribbean Jerk Shrimp & Avocado Salad that is perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons jerk spice blend
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ripe avocado, cut into cubes
- 2 cups assorted salad greens
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
- 1/2 red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp in a bowl with the jerk spice blend and olive oil, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp to the pan.
- Sauté the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn a vibrant pink and are fully cooked.
- Remove the shrimp from heat and allow to cool for a few minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the assorted salad greens, grape tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
- Gently fold in the cooked shrimp, distributing them evenly throughout the salad.
- Drizzle the mixture with lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully toss everything together to blend the flavors without mashing the avocado.
- For an extra refreshing touch, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy this vibrant dish immediately or serve it as a delightful side at your next gathering.
Notes
- For an added layer of heat, consider mixing in some diced jalapeños or a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
- You can easily swap out the shrimp for grilled chicken or a combination of both for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: varies
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: varies