Mexican Shrimp-and-Avocado Salad with Tortilla Chips

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Mexican Shrimp-and-Avocado Salad with Tortilla Chips
30 min.
30
104kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Mexican Shrimp-and-Avocado Salad with Tortilla Chips, a delightful side dish perfect for gatherings or a light snack. This gluten-free recipe is not only quick to whip up—ready in just 30 minutes—but also incredibly refreshing. With a medley of fresh ingredients like juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy avocado, this salad brings the taste of the tropics right to your table.

The star of the show, succulent shrimp, adds a touch of elegance and protein, making this dish a satisfying option for any occasion. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing that combines the creaminess of reduced-fat mayonnaise and sour cream, each bite is bursting with flavor. And let’s not forget the tortilla chips! They add the perfect crunch, turning this salad into a fun and interactive dish that everyone will love.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, a cozy gathering with friends, or simply looking for a healthy yet delicious dish to spice up your meal routine, this shrimp-and-avocado salad is sure to impress. Suitable for 30 servings, it's perfect for crowd-pleasing or meal prep. Dive into a bowl of this colorful salad and indulge in a taste of Mexico!

Ingredients

  • cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves coarsely chopped
  • small cucumber diced seedless (small)
  •  haas avocados diced
  • tablespoons juice of lime freshly squeezed
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime zest finely grated
  • tablespoons mayonnaise reduced-fat
  • tablespoons cream sour reduced-fat
  • 30 servings pepper freshly ground
  •  baby greens shredded
  • 30 servings salt 
  • pound shrimp shelled deveined (medium)
  • cups tortilla chips 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. Blanch the shrimp just until white throughout, 3 minutes.
  2. Drain and chill the shrimp in the ice water, then drain again and pat dry.
  3. Transfer the shrimp to a large bowl.
  4. Add the romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, avocado and tortilla chips.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk the sour cream with the mayonnaise, lime juice and lime zest and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  7. Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories104kcal
Protein16.82%
Fat37.94%
Carbs45.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.53
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.4178260904129%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:104.4kcal
5.22%
Fat:4.58g
7.04%
Saturated Fat:0.68g
4.27%
Carbohydrates:12.28g
4.09%
Net Carbohydrates:10.69g
3.89%
Sugar:0.72g
0.8%
Cholesterol:24.77mg
8.26%
Sodium:272.99mg
11.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.57g
9.13%
Vitamin K:15.75µg
15%
Vitamin A:747.8IU
14.96%
Phosphorus:78.92mg
7.89%
Fiber:1.59g
6.37%
Magnesium:23.79mg
5.95%
Copper:0.1mg
5.23%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.21%
Folate:19.91µg
4.98%
Vitamin C:3.9mg
4.73%
Potassium:161.23mg
4.61%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.45%
Calcium:33.99mg
3.4%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.29%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.17%
Iron:0.54mg
2.98%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.96%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.57%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.86%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.69%
Selenium:0.87µg
1.24%
Source:My Recipes