Avocado Salsa Shrimp Dish (Print-Friendly Version)
Shrimp, avocado, and veggies combined with salsa for a fresh, flavorful dish.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail off
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0.5 cup cucumber, diced
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0.5 cup tomatoes, chopped
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1 small jalapeno, deseeded and finely chopped
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0.25 cup red onion, diced
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2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
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0.5 cup plus 2 tbsp chunky salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
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1 large avocado, diced
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2 limes, juiced (or more if preferred)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
# How to Prepare:
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Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel and cut into bite-sized pieces. Add to a large bowl and set aside. If using frozen pre-cooked shrimp, thaw completely before cutting and adding to the bowl.
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Add cucumber, jalapeno, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the shrimp. Pour salsa and lime juice over the top and mix until the salad is completely coated. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Mix again, adjusting seasonings and lime juice to taste.
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Sprinkle diced avocado over the top just before serving. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, or chill the salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving. If chilling the salad, wait to add avocado until just before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Adjust the amounts of salsa, lime juice, and salt based on personal preference. Taste the salad as you go until desired flavor is achieved.
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For the best results, use your favorite type of salsa, whether mild, medium, or hot.