Shrimp and Asparagus Salad |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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This Shrimp and Asparagus salad and homemade dressing are ready in 20 minutes and is great for week night meals. Ingredients:
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 |
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 |
Directions:
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 in a colander, and run cold water over the shrimp and asparagus. When cool, toss the shrimp and asparagus with bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado in mixing bowl. Pour dressing over shrimp-and-vegetable mixture, and toss to coat.
4. Divide greens among 4 plates, and top each with 1/4 of the shrimp-and-vegetable mixture.
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