Charred Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Turn up the tropical vibes with pineapple, avocado, and shrimp.

Turn up the tropical vibes with pineapple, avocado, and shrimp.

Serve  4
Cook in 25 minutes

Ingredients
2 1/2 lb. large peeled and deveined shrimp
5 tbsp. olive oil
Kosher salt 
Pepper
1/2 small pineapple, peeled, trimmed and sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 English cucumber, sliced into half-moons
1/2  bunch Upland watercress
1 avocado, quartered

Directions

  • Toss shrimp with 2 tablespoons oil and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Heat grill pan, grill, or broiler. Brush pineapple with 1 tablespoon oil. Grill or broil (in batches on rimmed baking sheets) until pineapple is slightly charred and shrimp are opaque throughout, about 3 minutes per side on the grill or 6 to 8 minutes in broiler (rotating pan and turning food over halfway through). If desired, set aside half of shrimp for the No-Cook Shrimp Rolls and refrigerate until ready to use. 
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Toss with onion.
  • Cut grilled pineapple into smaller pieces.Add to bowl with onion along with cucumber and shrimp and toss to combine. Fold in watercress and avocado.