Dinner: Avocado, Shrimp, and Endive Salad

Avocados in this seafood salad help the body to absorb beta-carotene from the crispy endive leaves.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Avocados

Health and fertility benefits of Avocado, Shrimp, and Endive Salad

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Avocados are anti-inflammatory in nature, as they contain omega-3 fatty acids which have been proven to reduce inflammation within the body. Those seeking to sop up more oil-based nutrients will want eat avocado, as they help with their absorption. Vitamins A, D, E, and K all fall into this category, and with each also playing a role in reducing inflammation, ensuring that they get absorbed into your body efficiently will aid you in repairing the damage done by the excess insulin that flows through your veins.

Ingredients

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
20 large shrimp
1/2 tsp. Coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 medium Belgian endives
1 1/2 ripe Hass avocados
1 tbsp. coarsely chopped fresh tarragon

Instructions

Whisk 2 tablespoons oil with 1 tablespoon lemon juice until combined.
Combine shrimp with remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice, the salt, and pepper, and let stand for 10 minutes.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over high heat. Add shrimp and juices, and cook, stirring, until shrimp are pink and cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer shrimp and juices to a bowl.
Add endives, avocados, tarragon, and dressing to shrimp, and gently toss. Serve immediately.

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