Spicy Shrimp Salad

This Spicy Shrimp Salad is a zesty and refreshing Thai-inspired breakfast that combines succulent shrimp with vibrant vegetables and a bold dressing. It's a perfect low-carb option to kickstart your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste - 1 teaspoon
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
3. In a bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, and chili paste to create the dressing.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
6. Add the diced avocado on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 780 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• High in healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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