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Cumin Lime Shrimp over Creamy Cauliflower Risotto

2 servings

Cumin Lime Shrimp over Creamy Cauliflower Risotto

Short on time? This better-for-you creamy cauliflower risotto makes for a quick and tasty dinner. Heart healthy avocado gives the dish its smooth, indulgent texture instead of traditional dairy-based ingredients. USDA MyPlate Kitchen — Created by Fresh Avocados Love One Today, a member of the MyPlate National Strategic Partnership Program (public domain), via myplate.food

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 8 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 fresh lime, zested and juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 package (8-10 ounces) frozen “riced” cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and diced

Method

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Microwave frozen “riced” cauliflower according to package directions, usually about 5-6 minutes; set aside.
  3. Heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil in a medium nonstick pan over medium heat.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until light pink and opaque.
  5. Place shrimp in a small bowl and season with cumin, lime zest, and salt.
  6. Add remaining oil into the pan.
  7. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, about 2 minutes.
  8. Add garlic and avocado and cook for one minute, until heated through.
  9. Transfer avocado onion mixture into a blender or food processor and add lime juice.
  10. Cover and blend until smooth, stirring mixture with a spatula if needed.
  11. Transfer heated “riced” cauliflower into the pan and top with pureed avocado onion mixture.
  12. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently until cauliflower has a beautiful green color.
  13. Divide into two bowls and top with cooked shrimp.

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