Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Mediterranean Keto Shrimp Salad, a refreshing twist on traditional ceviche. Featuring succulent shrimp tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing and combined with crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy red onion, this salad is not only delicious but also low in carbs and high in protein, making it an ideal choice for those following a keto lifestyle. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings, this dish showcases fresh ingredients that burst with flavor. With a quick preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can enjoy this delightful meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium shrimp (pre-cooked or raw)
- 7 ounces English cucumber
- 2 ounces red onion
- 1 avocado
- 5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
Instructions
- If using raw shrimp, boil water and cook shrimp until pink (2-3 minutes); chop into bite-sized pieces. For pre-cooked shrimp, simply chop.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Dice the cucumber, avocado, and red onion; combine them with shrimp in a large bowl.
- Toss everything with the dressing until well mixed; season to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 165mg