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Upgraded Classic Shrimp Salad

A flavorful shrimp salad featuring mixed greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a zingy dressing, perfect for lunch or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (like dill or parsley), for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients by washing the mixed greens thoroughly.
  2. Dice and slice the avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. Assemble the base by adding the mixed greens to a large salad bowl.
  4. Add the shrimp, diced avocado, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  5. Drizzle the dressing (made of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper) over the salad.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

Notes

For added texture, consider toasting some nuts or seeds to sprinkle on top before serving.

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Keywords: shrimp salad, healthy salad, quick meals, seafood salad