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Southwest Shrimp Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
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Make the Creamy Avocado Dressing
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Add all ingredients except water to a blender or food processor.
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Blend until smooth.
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To thin the dressing, add water 2 tablespoons at a time until the desired consistency is reached. Set aside.
Grill the shrimp
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Preheat grill to 400 degrees F.
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In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, chili powder and lime zest until evenly coated.
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Thread onto skewers (about 6 shrimp per skewer).
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Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until opaque and lightly charred (4 to 6 minutes total).
Assemble the salad
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In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, corn, black beans, tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and cheese (if using).
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Add shrimp from the skewers.
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Drizzle with about half of the Creamy Avocado Dressing and toss gently to evenly coat. Add more dressing to taste.
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Serve immediately.
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High Protein
Low Sugar
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