Ingredients
500gshrimpraw and peeled, tails removed
2garlic clovesminced
1tspground basil
1tspdried thyme
1tspsea salt
1tspblack pepperfresh cracked
1tspcayenne pepperadd more to suit your tastes
2tspsweet paprikaor smokey for a different flavour option
2Asparagushalved
1tspolive oil
4cupslettuce leavesor lettuce of choice, washed, and ready to use
1avocadocubed
¼red onionsliced
1fresh basil leaves
⅓cupgreek yogurt
1tsplemon pepper
1tsplemon juiceoptional for extra flavor
2tbspwateror olive oil
salto taste
Preparation
In a shallow bowl, combine shrimp with all of the spice ingredients, and rub into the shrimp until evenly coated.
Heat a large pan or skillet on medium heat and add the olive oil.
Saute the shrimp or prawns and the asparagus while turning occasionally until the shrimp or prawns and asparagus have started to change color and are just cooked for about 5 minutes.
Combine the lettuce leaves, avocado, onion slices, and basil leaves in a salad bowl.
Add the shrimp or prawns and avocado over the top. Drizzle with the dressing.
Combine the yogurt in a bowl with the lemon pepper, lemon juice, water, and salt. Mix well to combine.
