Mediterranean Shrimp and Avocado Salad
This Mediterranean Shrimp and Avocado Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish full of clean, wholesome ingredients. Juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, crisp veggies, tangy feta, and a lemon-garlic dressing come together in just 20 minutes.Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this healthy and colorful salad celebrates the bold flavors of the Mediterranean diet while staying light and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 ripe avocados diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber chopped
- ¼ red onion thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup kalamata olives sliced (optional)
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or dill chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Shrimp
- Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 2: Prep the Vegetables
- Chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion.
- Dice the avocado last to keep it fresh.
- Slice olives and crumble feta if needed.
- Chop fresh herbs.
Step 3: Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Step 4: Assemble the Salad
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked shrimp, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, feta, and herbs.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
Step 5: Serve
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.