Hydrating Lemon-Ginger Shrimp with Avocado

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

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A refreshing, electrolyte-rich dish that combats Whole30 headaches with natural hydration and potassium from avocado, perfect for day 3-4 resets. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs wild-caught shrimp, avocado, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz wild-caught shrimp
1 medium avocado
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
1/2 cup coconut water
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp sea salt
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp, season with 1/4 tsp sea salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Step 2: Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside. Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice to the skillet, simmering for 1 minute until fragrant and slightly reduced.
Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup coconut water and 1 medium diced avocado (reserve 1/4 avocado for garnish), cooking for 2 minutes until the avocado begins to soften but retains shape.
Step 4: Return shrimp to skillet, tossing to coat in sauce. Cook for 1 minute until heated through. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and reserved avocado slices.