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Shrimp Salad Stuffed Avocado

A light and healthy meal combining creamy avocado with a protein-packed shrimp salad, perfect for lunch without leaving you feeling sluggish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp salad
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined Raw shrimp is preferred for better flavor.
  • 1 lemon lemon, juiced and divided Juice half for the poaching liquid and the other half for the salad.
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream Lightens up the dressing.
  • 1/3 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely diced cucumber
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or chives Fresh herbs add flavor.
For the avocados
  • 2 large ripe but firm avocados Choose avocados that give slightly under pressure.
  • 1 lemon or lime lemon or lime, juiced Use for flavor and to prevent browning.
  • Flaky sea salt, to taste
  • Pinch of chili powder, optional For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the raw shrimp under cold water, ensuring they are peeled and deveined.
  2. In a medium pot, bring water to a boil. Add half the lemon juice, garlic cloves, and salt, and let simmer.
  3. Add the shrimp to the simmering water and cook until they turn pink and opaque (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate or bowl to cool.
  5. Once cooled, dice the shrimp into small, bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced shrimp with mayonnaise, sour cream, celery, cucumber, red onion, lemon zest, and remaining lemon juice. Fold in chopped dill or chives.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
  8. Slice each avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the skin while keeping the halves intact.
  9. Rub the avocado halves with lemon or lime juice to add flavor and reduce browning.
  10. Sprinkle sea salt and chili powder on the avocado halves.
  11. Stuff each avocado half with about 1/3 cup of the chilled shrimp salad.

Notes

Make the shrimp salad ahead of time and store separately. Never cut avocados in advance to prevent browning.