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Avocado Corn Salad With Grilled Shrimp

Avocado Corn Salad With Grilled Shrimp for a Summer Glow-Up

This Avocado Corn Salad with Grilled Shrimp is a vibrant, protein-packed dish perfect for summer.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces Ripe Avocados Use ripe avocados for the best texture.
  • 1 cup Fresh Corn Kernels Can substitute with canned corn if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 pound Shrimp Ensure shrimp is peeled and deveined.
  • ½ cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if desired.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Choose a high-quality oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice and zest.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F to 400°F, for about 10 minutes.
  2. Combine peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl, tossing well to coat, about 5 minutes.
  3. Grill seasoned shrimp on direct heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque, then remove from grill and set aside to cool.
  4. Grill whole ears of corn, turning occasionally for 8-10 minutes until charred and kernels soften. Cut kernels off the cob once cooled.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine diced avocados, grilled corn, red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
  6. Whisk together lime juice, zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing, taking about 2 minutes.
  7. Drizzle lime dressing over salad ingredients and gently toss, ensuring avocados remain intact, taking 3 minutes.
  8. Fold in grilled shrimp until evenly distributed, about 2 minutes.
  9. Transfer salad to a serving bowl and serve immediately or chill for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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