Green Mango Salad with Shrimp and Avocado

1. 1

   Slice the heads of romaine in half lengthwise, remove the root end, and separate the leaves.

2. 2

   Wash and dry them carefully.

3. 3

   Cut the shrimp in half lengthwise and season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   In a small skillet, saute the shrimp in the olive oil over medium-low heat.

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   As soon as they turn opaque, remove them from the pan and set aside to add to the finished salad.

6. 6

   Peel the mango with a vegetable peeler and cut the broad sides into 1/8-inch-thick slices.

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   (The narrow sides tend to be fibrous and difficult to slice.)

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   Cut these slices into 1/4-inch-wide strips and set aside.

9. 9

   Cut the avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit.

10. 10

    Cut into 1/4- inch-thick slices, leaving the skin intact.

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    Sprinkle lightly with lime juice.

12. 12

    Put the shallot in a large bowl with the vinegar, remaining lime juice, ginger, and jalapeno.

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    Season with salt and macerate for 15 minutes.

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    Whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil and lime zest.

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    Add the shrimp and mango strips and scoop the avocado slices out of their skin into the bowl.

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    Toss gently and serve sprinkled with chopped cilantro.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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