Shrimp and Avocado Aussie BBQ Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

A fresh Australian-inspired BBQ salad combining grilled shrimp, creamy avocado, and crisp greens with a zesty lime dressing. This Australian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 23 minutes, pairs large shrimp (peeled and deveined), olive oil, garlic powder 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 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 diced ripe avocado
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). In a bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes each side until pink and slightly charred, then remove from heat.
3. Step 3: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1 diced ripe avocado, and 1/4 thinly sliced red onion.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp honey, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro to create a bright dressing.
5. Step 5: Add the grilled shrimp to the salad bowl and drizzle the lime dressing over the top. Toss gently to combine all ingredients well and serve immediately.