On The Border Shrimp Salad

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
1 pound cooked Florida shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 8 3/4-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup chopped Florida red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped Florida celery
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
3 tablespoons chopped Florida green onions
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon cumin
sliced Florida avocado, garnish
Red Wine Vinegar Dressing (recipes follows)
Red Wine Dressing
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions: 

Combine all ingredients, except avocado and dressing; refrigerate for one hour. Serve with Red Wine Vinegar Dressing. Garnish with avocado slices.

Red Wine Dressing

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Pour over shrimp mixture.

Yield: 1/2 cup.
Source: Recipe compliments of FL Bureau of Seafood and Aquaculture Marketing

Nutrition Information: 
Calories: 220 Calories from fat: 21 Fat Total: 2g Saturated Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 174mg Total Carbohydrates: 16g Protein: 29g Red Wine Dressing Calories: 128 Calories from fat: 119 Fat Total: 13g Saturated Fat: 2g Cholesterol: 0mg Total Carbohydrates: 3g Protein: 0g
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  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
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    Ralph C.

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We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.