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Avocado Corn Salad With Grilled Shrimp

Avocado Corn Salad With Grilled Shrimp for Fresh Flavor Bliss

This Avocado Corn Salad With Grilled Shrimp is a delightful, fresh dish perfect for summer gatherings, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizers & Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 2 pieces Ripe avocados Creamy and rich
  • 1 cup Fresh corn kernels Grill fresh corn for maximum flavor
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium Red onion Soak in water to mellow flavor if preferred
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro Substitute with parsley if needed

For the Dressing

  • ¼ cup Olive oil Heart-healthy fat
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Freshly squeezed, reserve zest
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Salt To taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper To taste

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high temperature, around 375°F to 400°F.
  • In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  • Grill fresh corn for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred.
  • In a mixing bowl, add diced avocados, grilled corn, chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
  • Whisk together lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently.
  • Fold in the grilled shrimp gently to combine.
  • Serve immediately in a bowl or platter.

Notes

For optimal freshness, prepare and mix the salad just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Avocado Corn Salad, Crowd-Pleaser, Grilled Shrimp, Healthy Recipe, Quick Meal, summer salad
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