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Published March 5, 2018. By Alyssa Brantley 14 Comments

Poached Shrimp Avocado Salad

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This Shrimp Avocado Salad is loaded with Spring Vegetables and topped with a bright and fresh citrus dressing. A lovely gluten-free and low carb salad meal!

Poached Shrimp Salad with Avocado from www.EverydayMaven.com

 

This salad is screaming SPRING. Because we all know we are sick of this rainy, grey winter right?

This naturally Gluten Free, Dairy Free and Low Carb salad is a cinch to make and loaded with fresh fennel, cucumber, asparagus, dill, red onion and avocado. Tossed with a light citrus dressing and loaded with Jumbo shrimp, it’s a quick and easy salad that is loaded with flavor!

Note that this can be serves as a small meal (light lunch) or appetizer for 4 people OR a very satisfying dinner salad for 2. The nutrition info listed is for 4 servings.

Poached Shrimp Salad with Avocado from www.EverydayMaven.com

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Poached Shrimp Shrimp Avocado Salad
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
 

This Shrimp Avocado Salad is loaded with Spring Vegetables and topped with a bright and fresh citrus dressing. A lovely gluten-free and low carb salad meal!

Course: Appetizer, Mains, Salads
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Keyword: how to make a salad with shrimp, poached shrimp salad, shrimp avocado salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 274 kcal
Author: Alyssa Brantley
5 from 2 votes
Poached Shrimp Salad with Avocado from www.EverydayMaven.com
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Ingredients
  • 1 bunch fresh dill, divided 6 to 8 sprigs for poaching liquid, 1/3 cup roughly chopped (packed)
  • 1 large lemon, divided 1/2 for poaching liquid, 1/2 reserved for dressing
  • 1 medium red onion, divided 1/2 for poaching liquid and 1/2 quartered and very thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces fennel, divided greens trimmed and added to poaching liquid, white bulb quartered and thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (for poaching liquid)
  • 8 whole black peppercorns (for poaching liquid)
  • pinch crushed red pepper flakes (for poaching liquid)
  • 1.5 pounds Jumbo Shrimp (16/20) peeled and deveined, tails on optional
  • 1 pound asparagus ends trimmed and cut on the diagonal into 1" pieces
  • 1/2 seedless English cucumber halved and cut into 1/8" half moons
  • 1 large avocado skin removed and cut into chunks
DRESSING:
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice (from remaining 1/2 lemon)
  • 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
PREP:
  1. Set aside 6 to 8 sprigs of fresh dill for poaching liquid and roughly chop remaining dill. Measure 1/3 cup (packed) and set aside.

    Poached Shrimp Salad Ingredients from www.EverydayMaven.com
  2. Cut lemon in half, reserve 1/2 for dressing and set 1/2 aside for poaching liquid.

  3. Peel red onion and slice in half. Reserve 1/2 for poaching liquid and quarter and very thinly slice remaining half. Set aside.

  4. Cut off the fennel fronds (greens) and set aside for poaching liquid. Trim bottom of fennel bulb. Quarter fennel and thinly slice.

  5. Grab a 3-Quart pot and add 6 to 8 sprigs of fresh dill, 1/2 lemon, 1/2 red onion, the greens from the fennel, 1 tsp kosher salt, 8 whole black peppercorns and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Cover with cold water until the pot is about 3/4 full.

    Poached Shrimp Salad Ingredients from www.EverydayMaven.com
  6. While water is coming to a boil, prep the shrimp by removing the shells (leaving the tails on is optional) and using a paring knife to remove the top vein.

  7. Once poaching liquid comes to a boil, carefully add shrimp. Poach for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are in a perfect "C" shape. Test and quickly remove to a strainer and set aside.

    How to poach shrimp from www.everydaymaven.com
  8. Dump poaching liquid and refill pot with cold water and a pinch of salt. Set on stove-top and bring to a boil (for asparagus).

  9. While water is coming to a boil, trim ends of asparagus and cut on the diagonal into 1" pieces.

  10. Add asparagus pieces to boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Immediately drain and run under very cold water.

    How to blanch asparagus from www.EverydayMaven.com
  11. Combine 1 T of lemon juice (from remaining lemon half), 2 T extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake until well mixed and set aside.

  12. Wash cucumber and slice in half. Slice into 1/8" half moons and set aside.

  13. Cut avocado in half, remove pit and carefully peel away the skin. Cut each half into 1/2" chunks.

  14. Combine all ingredients except shrimp in a large mixing bowl. Add dressing and gently toss to coat. Divide into 2 servings (for dinner) or 4 servings (for appetizer) and top with shrimp. Serve within 1 hour and Enjoy!

    Poached Shrimp Salad with Avocado from www.EverydayMaven.com
Nutrition Facts
Poached Shrimp Shrimp Avocado Salad
Amount Per Serving (0.25 finished dish)
Calories 274 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 428mg143%
Sodium 1921mg84%
Potassium 564mg16%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 38g76%
Vitamin A 955IU19%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 303mg30%
Iron 6.6mg37%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored by QFC. QFC has compensated me for my time to create this recipe and share about my experience with their stores. Thank you for supporting the brands that make EverydayMaven possible. All opinions are my own.

Filed Under: 30 Minute Meals, By Diet, By Occasion, Dairy Free, Date Night, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, July 4th, Labor Day, Low Carb, Mains, Memorial Day, Nut Free, One Pot Meals, Paleo, Potluck + Picnic, Primal, Proteins, Salads, Season, Shellfish, Spring, St. Patricks Day, Summer, Whole30

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Comments

  1. Kim Beaulieu says

    March 13, 2018 at 6:09 pm

    This is my kind of dinner. Perfect combined with rosé!!

    Reply
  2. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    March 12, 2018 at 8:41 pm

    So elegant and it looks thoroughly delicious!

    Reply
  3. Paula - bell'alimento says

    March 12, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    That looks insanely delicious. All that AVO and SHRIMP! Yas.

    Reply
  4. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    March 12, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    Such a perfect low carb meal! Exactly what I need right now

    Reply
  5. The Food Hunter says

    March 12, 2018 at 2:12 pm

    Sounds like a delicious lunch!

    Reply
  6. Rose says

    March 11, 2018 at 10:34 pm

    Rosé and a bright fresh salad is a perfect spring pairing!

    Reply
  7. Liren | says

    March 10, 2018 at 9:21 am

    This is a perfect way to welcome spring! Cheers to rose!

    Reply
  8. Megan says

    March 7, 2018 at 11:26 am

    That salad looks delicious. Love adding asparagus to salads!

    Reply
  9. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    March 7, 2018 at 10:14 am

    How have I never had poached shrimp?! This salad sounds SO GOOD!

    Reply
  10. John / Kitchen Riffs says

    March 7, 2018 at 6:28 am

    Love shrimp! And it’s wonderful in salad. And with avocado? Sign me up! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Lindsay Cotter says

    March 6, 2018 at 6:13 pm

    Awesome, thanks for sharing about the Washington Wines sale promo going on at QFC! Definitely will have to check that out! And this poached shrimp salad with avocado looks so delicious! Would love this for a light lunch!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      March 6, 2018 at 6:46 pm

      Yes! It’s a great promo and a good time to stock up on WA Wines!!

      Reply
  12. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    March 6, 2018 at 11:28 am

    I love everything about this. That salad + a glass of rosé is springtime perfection!

    Reply
    • EverydayMaven says

      March 6, 2018 at 2:09 pm

      I am so ready for spring Brenda!

      Reply

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