Shrimp and Avocado Summer Wraps with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Fresh shrimp and creamy avocado wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, drizzled with a zesty cilantro lime dressing for a light and refreshing meal. This latin american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 23 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, medium avocado, sliced, leaves butter lettuce leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 8 leaves butter lettuce leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season 12 large peeled and deveined shrimp with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp honey until smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Lay 8 butter lettuce leaves flat on a clean surface. Place 1-2 cooked shrimp and several slices of 1 medium avocado onto each leaf. Drizzle with the cilantro lime dressing, then carefully fold the lettuce leaves to enclose the filling. Serve immediately for a refreshing summer wrap.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Shrimp and Avocado Summer Wraps with Cilantro Lime Dressing take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Shrimp and Avocado Summer Wraps with Cilantro Lime Dressing?
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 medium avocado, sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Shrimp and Avocado Summer Wraps with Cilantro Lime Dressing?
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 Shrimp and Avocado Summer Wraps with Cilantro Lime Dressing 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.
What goes well with Shrimp and Avocado Summer Wraps with Cilantro Lime Dressing?
Latin American sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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