Hearts of Palm and Stone Crab Salad with Avocado-Buttermilk Dressing

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   Overlap the lettuce leaves on each of 4 large plates.

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   Fan out the sliced tomatoes in the center of the lettuce and arrange the hearts of palm spears in spokes.

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   Place the stone crab claws in the center of the tomatoes and drizzle with the dressing to taste.

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   1 medium firm-ripe avocado, peeled, seeded and cubed (tested with Haas)

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   2/3 cup buttermilk

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   1/4 cup sour cream

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   3 tablespoons grated sweet onions

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   2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

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   2 tablespoons olive oil

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    1 teaspoon minced garlic

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    1 teaspoon minced fresh dill

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    1/2 teaspoon salt

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    1/8 teaspoon cayenne

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    Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend on high speed until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

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    Adjust the seasoning, to taste.

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    Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.

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    (The dressing can be made up to 4 hours in advance.)

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.