Shrimp Cobb Salad

Wow!  A family trip can really wreak havoc with your healthy eating.  Five days eating sporatically and sometimes splurging on higher calorie dishes can do a lot of damage in very little time.  Well, we are back in the woods and getting back on track!

Thankfully we have a wonderful garden in our very own backyard.  This has produced a plethora of tomatoes and cucumbers.  A few days away and our baskets were full with fresh veggies.  I don't know if you have noticed, but it's been HOT out.  I just couldn't even think about making a hot meal, so salad seemed like the perfect solution. 

When you need a fast, easy and FRESH weeknight dinner, this is one you should try!

SALAD
1 lb. boiled shrimp (I bought mine, already deveined, at the seafood counter)
1 package of organic Romaine Mix
2-4 tomatoes, cut into chunks
1 cucumber, cut into chunks
2-4 green onions, sliced thin
*** crumbled bacon to taste (OPTIONAL)

This refreshingly chilled shrimp salad is a definite
fan favorite at my house.  The Buttermilk Vinaigrette
is so easy to make and deliciously guilt-free.

Chill your plates or serving bowls in the freezer until ready to serve.  Add veggies to the Romaine lettuce and toss.  Plate salads, arrange shrimp on top (I remove the tails, but you can leave them on if you prefer).  Top with crumbled bacon if desired.  (I do NOT desire, but you go right ahead) And sprinkle with a little reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese if you're feeling froggy.  Drizzle dressing over the top and voila, you have dinner!  ***For best results, serve with a chilled white wine.  I highly recommend JLohr Chardonnay.  ; )

BUTTERMILK VINAIGRETTE
1/2 c. low-fat buttermilk
1/4 c. fat free mayo (Kraft brand)
1/4 c. fat free sour cream
2 T. White wine vinegar
1 T. freshly snipped chives
1/2 tsp. fresh dill, chopped (optional)
1 pkg. Hidden Valley Ranch Buttermilk Dressing mix

Mix the buttermilk, mayo and sour cream together and whisk until smooth.  Add in the packet of dressing mix and stir to combine.  Add the vinegar, chives and dill and mix well.  Chill until ready to serve.