Dinner: Chopped Salad with Shrimp and Lime-Buttermilk Dressing
This recipe makes extra dressing; refrigerate it in an airtight container, up to 3 days.
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Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood.
Ingredients
3/4 c. buttermilk
1 avocado
1 tsp. lime zest
1/4 c. lime juice
2 tbsp. water
Coarse salt
ground pepper
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 lb. shrimp
3 hearts romaine lettuce
1/2 c. pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
1/2 c. fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
In a blender, combine buttermilk, avocado, lime zest and juice, and 2 tablespoons water. Blend until smooth, 20 seconds. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook until opaque throughout, about 3 minutes, flipping once. In a large bowl, toss together romaine, pepitas, cilantro, shrimp, and 1 cup dressing until combined and serve immediately. Looking for more quick and easy recipes? Check out our quick family-favorites, fast dinners for weeknights, and healthy recipes for less than $3 a serving.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 6
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
