Sautéed Shrimp with Spicy Mango and Avocado Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

Tender shrimp sautéed with citrus and garlic, paired with a vibrant mango and avocado salsa that brings fresh heat and creaminess. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 medium, diced ripe mango
• 1 medium, diced ripe avocado
• 1 small, finely chopped red chili
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 diced mango, 1 diced avocado, 1 small finely chopped red chili, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 tbsp lime juice. Season salsa with 1/2 tsp salt and gently mix; set aside.
2. Step 2: 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.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Step 4: Remove shrimp from heat and toss gently with the prepared mango avocado salsa. Serve immediately for a balance of warm shrimp and fresh salsa.