Tropical Shrimp Salad With Lime-Cilantro Dressing

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
1 lb OLA! Raw Peeled & Deveined Shrimp
2 garlic cloves (minced)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lb mixed greens
1 ripe avocado cut in slices
1 orange, peeled and cut in slices
1 jicama, peeled and cut Julianne style
1 red pepper cut Julianne style
Lime Cilantro Dressing, 2 limes (juice)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 cup olive oil
pinch oregano
Instructions: 

Shrimp: Whisk together garlic and olive oil in large bowl. Add Shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate 1 hour. Grill Shrimp 3 minutes on each side. Set aside. Dressing: Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend on low speed until smooth. Salad: Toss together mixed greens, avocado, orange slices, jicama, red pepper and 1/2 of the lime-cilantro dressing. To serve: Divide salad on 4 plates and place 4 grilled shrimp on top of each salad. Drizzle remaining lime-cilantro dressing over top of shrimp.
Source: Sea Port Products Corporation

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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.