Seared Shrimp with Avocado Pesto

Directions

Blend together the avocado, basil, lemon juice, garlic, pumpkin seeds, and water. Slowly drizzle in the avocado oil until all the ingredients are combined.

In a large saucepan heat olive oil to medium heat. Add shrimp to pan and sprinkle with cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes per side until shrimp are no longer opaque. Remove shrimp from pan.

Smear a generous spoonful of the pesto onto each plate. Place shrimp on pesto and garnish with additional basil, pumpkin seeds, or shredded lettuce.