Pan-Seared Gulf Shrimp with Citrus Avocado Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Tender Gulf shrimp pan-seared to perfection and topped with a refreshing citrus avocado salsa, combining creamy and zesty flavors. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined, Olive oil, Garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz Gulf shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1 medium Ripe avocado, diced
• 1 medium Orange, segmented and chopped
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 small Jalapeño, seeded and minced

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined Gulf shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and slightly golden.
3. Step 3: While shrimp cook, combine 1 diced medium avocado, 1 chopped segmented orange, 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small minced jalapeño, and 2 tbsp lime juice in a bowl. Gently mix to create the citrus avocado salsa.
4. Step 4: Plate the cooked shrimp and spoon the citrus avocado salsa over the top, serving immediately for a bright and flavorful dish.