🌟 Description
This salad is bursting with fresh lime flavor, juicy shrimp, and creamy avocado, balanced by crisp veggies and herbs. It’s refreshing, satisfying, and perfect for warm weather or clean eating meals
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings
4 servings
🛒 Ingredients
Shrimp
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp chili powder
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½ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp paprika
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Salad
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2 ripe avocados, diced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
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2 cups mixed greens or romaine
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¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Dressing
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Zest & juice of 2 limes
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp honey or sugar-free sweetener
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½ tsp Dijon mustard
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Shrimp
Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and shrimp with seasonings. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Cool slightly.
2️⃣ Make Dressing
Whisk lime zest, juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Assemble Salad
In a large bowl, combine greens, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and herbs.
4️⃣ Toss & Serve
Top with shrimp and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently and serve immediately.
⭐ Weight Watchers (WW) Points (Estimated)
➡️ 5–6 SmartPoints per serving
🔽 Lower-Point Option (3–4 Points)
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Skip honey
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Use cooking spray instead of oil
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Add extra greens
💡 Tips
✔ Grill shrimp for smoky flavor
✔ Add mango or corn for sweetness
✔ Great in wraps or tacos
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Yes — store shrimp and salad separately up to 2 days.
Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes — thaw and pat dry before cooking.
Q: What protein substitutes work?
Grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpeas.