Description
Avocado Corn Salad with Grilled Shrimp is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines creamy avocado, sweet corn, and succulent grilled shrimp, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or light meals, this easy-to-make salad is visually appealing and delicious, making it a hit with family and friends alike. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or pair it with your favorite grilled meats for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: If using fresh corn, boil until tender; cool before cutting off kernels.
- Grill the shrimp: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Toss shrimp in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Chop the veggies: In a large bowl, combine diced avocados, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
- Add flavor: Once shrimp are cooked, allow them to cool slightly before adding them to the bowl. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture.
- Mix gently: Stir everything together carefully to avoid mashing the avocados.
- Serve: Transfer salad to serving bowls or plates and drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg