Description
Fresh, vibrant lettuce cups filled with juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing. A light and healthy meal or appetizer perfect for warm days.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 12 large lettuce leaves (butter or romaine)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and toss with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, gently combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and the cooked shrimp. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Spoon the shrimp avocado mixture into the lettuce leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp. If preparing ahead, keep the filling and lettuce separate and assemble just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American