Refreshing Mexican Shrimp Avocado Salad | Easy, Healthy & Flavor-Packed! #shrimp #avocado

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a more affordable protein option.

Start by making the salad dressing. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil.

Add 1 tablespoon of lime juice to the olive oil.

Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin.

Season with salt and pepper to taste and whisk together.

Set the dressing aside.

In a large bowl, add a little over 1 pound of cooked shrimp.

Add 1 cup of grape tomatoes, sliced in half or quarters.

Add 1 small red onion, diced very fine.

Incorporate chopped jalapeno peppers from a jar.

Add a small amount of black beans, adjusting for dietary preferences.

Slice 2 avocados, removing the skin and pit, and add to the bowl.

Add fresh cilantro, reserving a small amount for garnish.

Juice 2 limes over the salad mixture (approximately 6 tablespoons of lime juice).

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the avocado is not overly mashed.

Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and mix well.

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

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