Ginger-Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

A bright, refreshing salad featuring zesty ginger-lime marinated shrimp paired with creamy avocado and crisp greens. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, fresh ginger, lime juice into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 5 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 large, diced ripe avocado
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: In a large salad bowl, combine 5 cups mixed salad greens, 1 large diced ripe avocado, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 small thinly sliced red onion.
4. Step 4: Add the cooked shrimp to the salad, toss gently to combine, and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving.