Mango Avocado Shrimp Salad Recipe
This Mango Avocado Shrimp Salad is fresh, colorful, and packed with tropical flavor. Juicy shrimp, sweet mango, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing come together in a light and refreshing salad that’s perfect for summer lunches, dinners, or backyard gatherings.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small bowl or jar for dressing
- Large Skillet or Saucepan
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Colander
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Salad
- 2 ripe mangoes diced
- 2 avocados diced
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
For the Lime Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and olive oil until evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, avocados, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the cooked shrimp to the salad bowl and pour the dressing over the top.
- Gently toss everything together until evenly coated, being careful not to mash the avocado.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for even fresher flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados and mangoes for the best texture.
- This salad tastes best fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Add extra lime juice before serving if the salad has been chilled.
- Serve with tortilla chips, lettuce cups, or over mixed greens for a complete meal.