Best 2 Broccoli Shrimp Salad Recipes
Broccoli shrimp salad is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the crisp and refreshing taste of broccoli with the succulent flavor of cooked shrimp. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at a summer barbecue, it's a versatile salad that can be easily customized to suit personal preferences and dietary needs.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
FARFALLE SALAD WITH GRILLED SHRIMP AND BROCCOLI
Categories Gourmet
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare grill.
- In a bowl toss shrimp with salt to taste. Thread shrimp on metal skewers and grill on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until cooked through, about 3 minutes on each side. (Alternatively, shrimp may be cooked without skewers in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over high heat.)
- In a 6-quart kettle bring 5 quarts salted water to a boil and cook broccoli until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer broccoli with a slotted spoon to a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain broccoli well and transfer to a bowl.
- In same kettle of salted boiling water cook farfalle until just tender and drain in colander, rinsing under cold water to stop cooking.
- In a large bowl stir together tomatoes with reserved juice, vinegar, garlic paste, sugar, thyme, and parsley. Add farfalle, broccoli, shrimp, pepper, and salt to taste and toss to coat. Just before serving add oil to salad and toss to coat. Salad may be made 2 hours ahead and chilled, covered.
BROCCOLI SHRIMP SALAD
This is a recipe I got several years ago. I thought it was one my mother made, but my sister doesn't remember it at all, so I must have got it from someone when I was in college. It is a favorite of mine and I hope you enjoy it.
Provided by Jolayne Cooper
Categories Other Salads
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. You can use the quantity of broccoli that you would like, this recipe is pretty flexible.
- 2. You can use the broccoli raw, but I prefer to blanch it. To blanch the broccoli bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Place the broccoli in the water making sure all broccoli is under water and leave for only 1 minute. Then drain the water from the broccoli and put in ice water to stop the cooking.
- 3. Put the broccoli in a bowl and add the chopped onion, shrimp that has been rinsed, water chestnuts (rinsed), and mayonnaise. Stir together and add salt and pepper to taste.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: Use fresh broccoli florets, cooked shrimp, and crisp celery for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until just tender-crisp, not mushy. Overcooked broccoli will lose its flavor and nutrients.
- Use a good quality mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is the base of the salad dressing, so use a brand that you like the taste of. You can also use Greek yogurt or sour cream as a healthier alternative.
- Add some crunch: Sliced almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds add a nice crunchy texture to the salad.
- Serve immediately: Broccoli shrimp salad is best served immediately after it's made. The broccoli will start to lose its crunch if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Broccoli shrimp salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give broccoli shrimp salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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