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A vibrant bowl of Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad with pink poached shrimp, orange segments, and creamy green avocado over mixed greens.

Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 large ripe avocados, cubed
  • 1 large grapefruit , segmented
  • 1 large orange , segmented
  • 4 cups mixed baby greens
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the shrimp, and poach for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  • Drain the shrimp immediately and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process; chill for 5 minutes and then pat dry.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled shrimp, grapefruit segments, orange segments, and cubed avocado.
  • Add the chopped cilantro and drizzle the vinaigrette over the mixture, tossing gently to coat without mashing the avocado.
  • Divide the mixed greens among four plates and top with the citrus shrimp and avocado mixture.