For Your Table
Recipe and photo courtesy of Heidi Larsen (foodiecrush.com)
Citrusy Shrimp and Avocado Salad
- 1 lb medium shrimp (31/40 per lb), peeled and deveined, cooked (warm or cooled)
- 8 cups salad greens, such as arugula, spinach or spring mix
- Fruity (or lemon-flavored) extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ lemon or ½ orange
- 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced or diced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 4 oz sliced almonds, toasted
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Toss the shrimp with the salad greens in a large bowl. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and a generous squeeze of the citrus, then toss lightly to coat. Add the avocado, shallot and almonds. Season with salt and pepper; serve.
Makes 4 servings.
