Citrus-Spiced Shrimp and Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

Bright and zesty shrimp salad with tropical citrus, ripe avocado, and a hint of warming spices, perfect for a light summer meal. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe (gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, avocado, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 medium avocado
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 12 oz large shrimp with 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to create a citrus dressing.
3. Step 3: Cube 1 medium avocado and combine it with 4 cups mixed salad greens and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a large bowl.
4. Step 4: Add the cooked shrimp to the salad, then drizzle with the citrus dressing. Toss gently to coat, then serve immediately for a fresh, tropical-inspired salad.