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Shrimp and Asparagus Salad

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                              Ingredients Dressing: 1/3 cup   extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 tablespoons   red wine vinegar 1/3 cup   fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1 tablespoon   chopped shallot 1/4 teaspoon   kosher or regular salt 1/4 teaspoon   pepper Salad: 20  medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 1 pound) 2 cups   (1-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 pound) 1  coarsely chopped yellow bell pepper 1/2  chopped seeded peeled cucumber 1/2  diced peeled avocado 4 cups   mixed salad greens Preparation 1. Fill a large pot half-full with water, and bring to a boil. 2. Meanwhile, combine the dressing ingredients in a blender and process until smooth, about 20-30 seconds. Set aside. 3. When water is boiling, add shrimp and asparagus pieces; cook 3-4 minutes or until shrimp is cooked through and asparagus is bright green. Drain ...