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Shrimp Cobb Salad with Bacon Dressing

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Indulge in a delightful Shrimp Cobb Salad with Bacon Dressing, a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish features perfectly sautéed shrimp paired with crispy bacon, fresh mixed greens, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty blue cheese—all drizzled with a rich homemade bacon dressing. Perfect for picnics or cozy dinners, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and palate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • ½ cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry mixed greens. Chop cherry tomatoes and slice avocado.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (8-10 minutes). Transfer to paper towels.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper until pink (3-4 minutes per side). Remove from heat.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together bacon fat, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  5. In a large bowl or platter, layer mixed greens first followed by shrimp, bacon pieces, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and blue cheese.
  6. Drizzle with dressing before serving.

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