Sautéed Garlic Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Tomato Salad
Quick sautéed shrimp infused with garlic and lime served alongside a fresh avocado and tomato salad for a refreshing Whole30 meal. This latin american-inspired whole30 (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 15 minutes pairs (450g), peeled and deveined raw shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g), peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 medium, diced ripe avocado
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 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.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled shrimp, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 2 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Remove skillet from heat and immediately stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice.
- Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine 1 diced ripe avocado, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro. Drizzle with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and toss gently.
- Step 5: Serve shrimp hot alongside the avocado tomato salad.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Tomato Salad take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (10 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Garlic Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Tomato Salad?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Tomato Salad?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Garlic Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Tomato Salad for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sautéed Garlic Lime Shrimp with Avocado and Tomato Salad whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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