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Cilantro Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
Dressing:
1/4 tsp. sea salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice ((approximately 2 limes)*)
1 tsp. minced garlic ((approximately 2 cloves))
1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro (packed)

Additional Ingredients:
1 lb. wild caught jumbo shrimp (cooked, peeled and deveined, chopped, 16-20 count)
1/2 cup corn
1/2 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved (approximately 12-14))
1/4 cup sliced red onion (more or less to taste)
1 in large english cucumber (sliced lengthwise and then half (or 2 small seedless cucumbers))
2 avocados (peeled, pitted and chopped

Directions:
Directions:
Combine ingredients for the dressing into a small bowl and whisk together until combined.

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients until the 'Additional Ingredients' section, tossing in the chopped shrimp and avocado last.

Add dressing to the shrimp avocado salad, tossing to coat. Serve immediately. This will keep in the fridge for up to 2 days, but is best when freshly made.

Optional: add additional black pepper, lime juice, and cilantro.

Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Depending on desired level of tartness, add half (2 tbsp.) of the lime juice at first and once everything is combined, add the remaining 2 tbsp. (or more to taste) and toss.

 

 

 

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