Seaside Ambrosia
A vibrant seafood salad featuring shrimp, creamy avocado, tangy oranges, and coconut, perfect for light lunches or elegant dinners with fresh, tropical flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, grated orange rind, and sugar to make the dressing.
- Combine the dressing with shrimp, diced celery, Mandarin oranges, and diced green onions.
- Cut avocados in half and remove pits, then fill them with the seafood mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top of the filled avocados.
- Serve as an entree or salad with seafood dinner such as fish or shrimp.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter dressing, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. If fresh shrimp isn't available, frozen shrimp can work well; just ensure they're thawed and patted dry before mixing. Adding diced bell peppers can provide extra crunch and color. This recipe is adaptable; feel free to substitute the Mandarin oranges with pineapple for a tropical twist.
Serving Suggestions
This dish makes an excellent centerpiece for a seafood dinner and pairs beautifully with light sides like a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables. It can also be served as a refreshing appetizer or a light lunch. Consider serving it alongside Broccoli Newburg for a delightful seafood-inspired meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The avocados may brown slightly, but the shrimp mixture will remain fresh. To enjoy, you can eat it cold straight from the fridge or let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving to soften the avocados slightly.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Seaside Ambrosia contains roughly 448 calories, with 8g protein, 45g carbohydrates, and 30g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (64% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (50% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium and protein. It also contributes 14g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, all of the ingredients in this recipe are naturally gluten-free. Just double-check that the mayonnaise used is labeled gluten-free, as some brands may contain gluten-containing additives.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).