Blackened Shrimp with Avocado Ranch Dip - Recipe from Price Chopper

Avocado Ranch

• 1 avocado 
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice 
• 1/4 tsp onion powder 
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder 
• 1/2 cup low fat buttermilk 
• 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley 
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives 
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill 
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 

Blackened Seasoning

• 3 tbsp smoked paprika 
• 3 tsp onion powder 
• 3 tsp garlic powder 
• 2 tsp dried thyme 
• 2 tsp dried oregano 
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt 

Shrimp

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 
• 2 lb Sea Best Wild Caught Argentine Red, thawed according to package instructions 
• 2-3 tablespoons blackened seasoning plus another pinch kosher salt
• Juice from half a lime, plus lime wedges for serving