# Shrimp and avocado salad (from Natashas Kitchen)

Video: [Tasty Avocado Shrimp Salad Recipe + Simple Cilantro Lemon Dressing](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU) by [Natashas Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/@Natashaskitchen).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$11.32 per serving, ~$22.63 for ~2 portions (assumed); saves ~$3.68* per serving (25%) vs ordering out (~$15.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 2 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario salad or bowl at ~$15, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 tsp cajun spice
- 2 cloves garlic
- pinch salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium head romaine lettuce
- 3 roma tomatoes
- some purple onion _(amount estimated)_
- some cucumbers _(amount estimated)_
- 2 avocados
- freshly cooked corn on the cob _(amount estimated)_
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- pinch black pepper

## Steps

1. [0:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=8s) Season the shrimp with cajun spice, pressed garlic, and a pinch of salt, then mix well.
2. [0:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=20s) Melt butter in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
3. [0:22](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=22s) Add the shrimp in a single layer and saute until cooked through.
4. [0:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=29s) Remove the shrimp from the heat and let them cool.
5. [0:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=35s) Chop the romaine lettuce, rinse, spin dry, and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
6. [1:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=75s) Slice the roma tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
7. [1:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=83s) Thinly slice the purple onion and add to the bowl.
8. [1:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=89s) Slice the cucumbers and add to the bowl.
9. [1:36](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=96s) Peel, pit, and slice the avocados, then add to the bowl.
10. [2:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=130s) Cut the kernels off the cooked corn on the cob and add to the bowl.
11. [2:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=143s) Add the cooked shrimp to the salad bowl.
12. [2:28](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=148s) In a small bowl, squeeze fresh lemon juice.
13. [2:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=152s) Finely chop cilantro and add it to the lemon juice.
14. [2:34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=154s) Add extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
15. [2:38](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=158s) Whisk the dressing ingredients together.
16. [2:42](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-COz5TVM5xU&t=162s) Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together to coat.

## Equipment

- bowl
- nonstick pan
- knife
- salad spinner
- whisk
- tongs
- wooden spoons

## What the video didn't say

- Servings not stated
- Total preparation time not stated

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