Shrimp & Avocado Salad w/ Miso Dressing
Author: Pinch of Yum Serves: 4 INGREDIENTS For the salad: 1 teaspoon minced garlic ½ pound raw shrimp, tails removed ½ tablespoon butter ½ teaspoon chili powder ¼ teaspoon cayenne 1½ cups sliced avocados (2 small) 1 cucumber 4 cups chopped spinach or baby kale fresh chopped cilantro for topping cashews for topping For the dressing: 1 1-inch piece of fresh peeled ginger 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons lime juice (more to taste) 2 tablespoons RAW honey 1½ tablespoons white miso (it's like a paste - you can buy it at many regular grocery stores) ½ teaspoon minced garlic ¼ teaspoon salt INSTRUCTIONS Heat the butter in a small skillet over medium high heat. Add the garlic and shrimp; sprinkle with the chili powder and cayenne directly in the pan. Saute for a few minutes on each side until the shrimp are no longer clear and have a nice golden color on the outside. Cut the avocados in half; cut lines through the avocado verti...