Spicy Pineapple Shrimp With Lime (Printable)
Sauteed shrimp with pineapple, chili and a lime-avocado cabbage crunch for a vibrant, quick gluten-free main.
# List of ingredients:
→ Shrimp & Pineapple
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 red chili, finely sliced or 1 teaspoon chili flakes
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
07 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Cabbage Crunch Salad
11 - 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
12 - 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
13 - 1 large carrot, julienned or grated
14 - 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 2 green onions, sliced
→ Lime Avocado Dressing
16 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
17 - Zest and juice of 2 limes
18 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
19 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
20 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
21 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
22 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Combine shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic, chili, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until just pink.
03 - Add diced pineapple, soy sauce, and honey to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until pineapple caramelizes and sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
04 - In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, cilantro, and green onions.
05 - Mash half of the avocado in a small bowl. Stir in lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, cumin, and black pepper. Whisk until creamy and smooth.
06 - Toss the cabbage mixture with the lime avocado dressing until well coated. Fold in the remaining diced avocado gently.
07 - Divide the cabbage crunch salad among serving plates. Top each portion with spicy pineapple shrimp and extra cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The shock of sweet pineapple and spicy shrimp is like a flavor secret too good not to share.
- The crunchy cabbage and creamy avocado make every bite something you’ll crave on repeat.
02 -
- If you crowd the skillet, the shrimp will steam instead of sear—patience pays off every time.
- Lime juice can dull purple cabbage if left to sit, so toss the salad just before plating for maximum color.
03 -
- If your pineapple isn’t super sweet, add a touch more honey for balance.
- Get your skillet really hot before adding shrimp for the best sear and caramelization.