New Year’s Keto Shrimp Guacamole Salad

Keto shrimp guacamole salad is decadent, tangy, and super refreshing. This appetizer is ideal for parties and gatherings and is one of the best Keto new year’s recipes out there. We guarantee you that it will be devoured within minutes, so you better make a double batch.

What kind of shrimp can you use for this recipe?

To cut down on time, we are using pre-cooked shrimp, which you can find at the charcuterie section at any store. You can also buy raw or frozen shrimp and cook it. You can either steam it or pan fry it. Simply season it with salt and pepper, and fry it with a drizzle of olive oil in a nonstick pan.

Is this recipe healthy?

This Keto salad is loaded with nutritious ingredients, including shrimp, avocado, and cherry tomatoes. Our amazing paleo recipe is high in protein and healthy fats, keeping you satiated between meals. The recipe is also gluten-free, dairy-free and pescatarian, making it suitable for many dietary requirements.

What can you serve with this recipe?

This guacamole salad is one of the best Keto appetizers for the New Year, but you can serve it on any other day. It is the ultimate palate cleanser for all the other rich holiday food. You can serve it as a side to your main dish or as an appetizer. You can also dip in Keto crackers, Keto nachos, or cheese crisps. If it is too chunky for your liking, you can mash the avocados and chop the remaining ingredients smaller.

Can you prepare this Keto guacamole salad ahead of time?

We understand how stressful it can be in the New Year, especially if you’re the host. This recipe can be prepared ahead of time to keep you chill before your guests arrive. You can chop all the vegetables and add them to a bowl with the shrimp. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes to a jar and shake. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge along with the jar. Add the dressing to the salad and toss 30 minutes before serving.

Net Carbs

5.1 g
Fiber

5.5 g
Total Carbs

10.8 g
Protein

19.1 g
Fats

18.7 g

279 cals

Quantity

Serving Size

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Shrimp, cooked from frozen

300 g
Avocado, black skin (Hass)

2 each
Red onion

0.25 small
Tomato

10 cherry
Red pepper

0.25 small
Jalapeno peppers

0.5 regular - approx 2" long
Lemon juice

2 tbsp
Garlic

2 clove
Extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp
Parsley

3 tbsp, chopped
Salt

0.5 tsp
Black pepper

0.25 tsp

Step 1

Peel and dice the avocados and place them in a bowl. Finely chop the red onion and jalapeno, cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters, and dice the red bell peppers. Mince the garlic, and transfer all these ingredients to the bowl.
Step 2

Toss to combine. Add the shrimp to the bowl. If you’re using large shrimp pieces, then cut each one in half.
Step 3

Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and toss to combine. Finely chop the parsley and add it to the bowl. Taste the salad, and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 4

Transfer the salad to a serving plate. Serve it immediately on its own or as a dip with Keto chips.