Mediterranean Shrimp Cocktail |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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From Qvc, A delicious marinated shrimp recipe! Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil or salad oil |
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar |
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot (1 medium) |
2 tablespoons snipped fresh oregano |
1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 clove garlic, minced |
1 pound frozen large cooked shrimp (with tails), thawed |
4 ounces smoked provolone cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, or crumbled feta cheese (1 cup) |
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes and/or yellow pear-shaped tomatoes |
1/2 cup drained capers |
Directions:
1. In a large re-sealable plastic bag combine oil, vinegar, shallot, oregano, lemon peel, lemon juice, salt, and garlic.
2. Seal bag completely and shake to mix marinade well.
3. Set bag in a large bowl, then add shrimp, cheese, tomatoes, and capers to marinade.
4. Seal bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 6 hours, turning bag occasionally.
5. Chill 8 margarita glasses or small glass serving dishes in the refrigerator until ready to use.
6. To serve, spoon shrimp mixture into chilled glasses.
7. Makes 8 servings.
8. For a nice twist, here’s a citrus shrimp option.
9. Prepare as above, except for marinade. In a large re-sealable bag combine 1/2 cup grapefruit juice, 1/4 cup salad oil,1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons snipped fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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