Caribbean-Style Jerk Shrimp with Mango Avocado Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

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Quick sautéed shrimp tossed in vibrant jerk seasoning paired with a refreshing mango avocado salsa for a bright, tropical dish. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 21 minutes, pairs large shrimp, jerk seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 tbsp jerk seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium, diced ripe mango
1 medium, diced ripe avocado
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp jerk seasoning and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to marinate.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine 1 medium diced ripe mango, 1 medium diced ripe avocado, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix gently and refrigerate until serving.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque with slightly crisp edges.
Step 4: Serve the hot jerk shrimp immediately topped with the chilled mango avocado salsa for a balance of spicy and sweet flavors.