Shrimp, Asparagus and Avocado Salad
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Updated Jun 22, 2022
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This shrimp, asparagus and avocado salad is utterly delicious and perfect for spring – especially when drizzled with the vibrant lemon vinaigrette. With only 8 ingredients it’s super easy to make, looks stunning and always gets devoured!
Spring salads are in full effect my friends. Fresh produce is in abundance in the markets and every time I see avocados it’s impossible to not grab several.
Now, I’ll admit I’m spoiled with avocados year round in Southern California. But if avocados are more of a seasonal item where you live here’s what you do. Grab several, along with spinach, asparagus, spring onions, a few other ingredients and wild shrimp. Then, whip up this shrimp, asparagus and avocado salad! It’s simple, light, creamy, healthy and oh, so tasty.
Only 8 Ingredients in this Shrimp, Asparagus and Avocado Salad
The bulk of this salad is made up of baby spinach, asparagus and shrimp. Baby spinach is something I always have in my kitchen and it’s easy to toss a few handfuls into a bowl for a quick and effortless salad.
The asparagus and shrimp also come together quickly because they cook fast. And when I say they cook fast, I mean it – only 2 to 3 minutes on the stove top. Then, just place them in a cold water bath to cool down.
After that, all that’s left to do is chop up some green onions and parsley and add that to the bowl, then slice up several of those ripe avocados. When it comes to avocados (let’s be honest, I’m a connoisseur) I have several tips for purchasing ripe avocados and storing avocados so they don’t go brown. Make sure to watch my guacamole video for all the tips.
Lastly, sprinkle your salad with a little salt and pepper, give it a gentle toss and drizzle with an easy homemade lemon vinaigrette. And there you have it! A power packed salad that’s a great balance of nutrients, protein and healthy fats – and it has that vibrant, spring zing.
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For More Avocado Salad Recipes:
- BLT Salad with Avocado and Sprouts
- Orange, Fennel and Avocado Salad
- Avocado Egg Salad
- Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Arugula Salad
- Carrot and Zucchini Pasta with Avocado Cucumber Sauce
- Avocado Dressing (so easy!)
Shrimp, Asparagus and Avocado Salad
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 20 spears asparagus, (1 bunch)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 recipe lemon vinaigrette
Instructions
- Bring both a medium pot of water and a medium sauté pan of water and to a boil. Add the shrimp to the pot and the asparagus to the sauté pan and cook for 2-3 minutes. Use a skimmer or tongs to transfer the shrimp and asparagus to an ice water bath. Drain and then slice the asparagus into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
- Add the shrimp, sliced asparagus, baby spinach, avocado and green onion to a salad bowl. Add the dressing, season with salt and pepper and toss it all together.
Lisa's Tips
- I always get asked about the salad bowl seen in these photos. It's one of my favorites and it's this one from Crate and Barrel.
- If you have any leftover shrimp after making this recipe, make sure to check out all these delicious shrimp recipes for more inspiration.
- I included this recipe as part of my Spring Meal Prep. Make sure to check out that post for more healthy meal prep ideas. And good news, I'm making those videos seasonally now!
- To make this salad Whole30 compliant, leave the honey out of the dressing recipe.
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Wow! This was great! It was easy and even my kids enjoyed it. My 11 year old said “if you want me to eat salads, make this!!!”
Looks like you’ve found a salad that will satisfy the picky eaters!
Great recipe taste delicious can’t wait to make it again.
Happy you loved it!
I literally just searched for “spinach” on your site because I have spinach to use up, stumbled across this gem, and immediately made it for my lunch today! I added some pine nuts too, and I absolutely love how easy and delicious this salad is. It’s the perfect refreshing mid-day meal!
Wonderful! I’m glad you enjoyed it Melissa.
I made this recipe, it was very good.
I also added a few chopped radishes and chopped green olives. I then topped with a seasoned sprouted seasoned seed salad topping mix for some crunch texture.
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Glad you enjoyed this shrimp salad!
I roasted the asparagus with diced sweet onion mixed in, and drizzled EVOO over them, in a 375 oven for about 15 min (as they were thick). I seasoned the shrimp with white pepper & salt, sauteed the shrimp with butter & olive oil, and added a splash of lemon when almost done. I used spring mix for my greens. I cut up the asparagus, tossed them with the salad, and topped the individual salads with the sauteed shrimp. I also added halved cherry tomatoes – looked & tasted great! Forgot to take a pic
I am not an asparagus fan and am considering substituting green beans instead. Do you have any other vegetable suggestions for us non-asparagus fans?The rest of this sounds amazing.
Green beans are a great sub for asparagus!
This salad is awesome! I added 1/2 chopped red pepper because I love them so! The remaining Lemon vinaigrette became tonight’s chicken marinade as well. It was so good!!!…. p.s. The salad was for lunch…. We didn’t eat that much protein in one sitting., lol.
Thankyou!!!
If you want to hear your mom say “yum” with every bite she takes, YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE !!! I added some red bell pepper, carrot and sunflower seed for some added crunch and the vinaigrette really was the cherry on top ! Delicious !!
Happy to hear you and your mom loved this recipe Lauranne :)
Just made this salad for lunch. I somehow always forgot to eat shrimp and this recipe was a nice reminder of how good they are. The salad was absolutely delicious!
This salad is a fresh way to use shrimp! Glad you loved this one.
This looks delicious, I’ll cook this tomorrow!!! So excited <3
Can’t wait for you to try this one :)
I rarely make seafood salad, but I really need to make them more often. This shrimp salad is so delicious, especially that lemon dressing.
Hi Anita – Seafood salads are the best! They’re so simple to make and is a nice change from adding protein such as chicken to salads.
This salad just screams Spring. Love it!
Hi Jill – Wonderful! Enjoy the recipe :)
Everything perfect and delicious. Combination I love for sure. This sounds healthy and yummy too.
Hi Veena – It’s so simple to make and is a great way to dress up your salad with tons of delicious flavor!
I love how light this salad is while still being a full meal. The lemon vinaigrette on top is the perfect touch.
Hi Sharon – The lemon vinaigrette really brightens up this salad :)
I loved this salad with the lemon dressing – so fresh and vibrant. Thank you!
The family loved it!
Wonderful! I’m so happy to hear it!
Lisa, you’ve really thought of everything! Thank you for being so thorough and including so many tips! This is what I’ve been waiting for!
Hi Sonia – so happy you love this recipe and my tips! Enjoy!