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Citrusy Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Recipe and photo courtesy of Heidi Larsen (foodiecrush.com)

Citrusy Shrimp and Avocado Salad


  • 1 lb medium shrimp (31/40 per lb), peeled and deveined, cooked (warm or cooled)
  • 8 cups salad greens, such as arugula, spinach or spring mix
  • Fruity (or lemon-flavored) extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ lemon or ½ orange
  • 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced or diced
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 4 oz sliced almonds, toasted
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Toss the shrimp with the salad greens in a large bowl. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and a generous squeeze of the citrus, then toss lightly to coat. Add the avocado, shallot and almonds. Season with salt and pepper; serve.

Makes 4 servings.