Best 11 Saffron Rice Shrimp Salad Recipes

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Discover a delightful culinary journey with our guide to creating the perfect saffron rice shrimp salad. This vibrant and flavorful dish tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of aromatic saffron, succulent shrimp, and fluffy rice. As you embark on this cooking adventure, we'll explore the essential ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation ideas to elevate your salad from ordinary to extraordinary. Get ready to impress your friends and family with a dish that combines the richness of the sea with the earthy goodness of saffron and the comforting warmth of fluffy rice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPANISH SAFFRON RICE WITH GARLIC SHRIMP



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Provided by Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic
1/2 onion
12 raw jumbo raw shrimp (peeled & deveined)
1 cup round rice
1/4 cup frozen peas
1/2 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika
1/2 tsp saffron threads
3 cups vegetable broth
sea salt
freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large fry pan with a medium-high heat and add in a generous 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, after 1 minute add in 2 cloves garlic thinly sliced and mix with the olive oil, after 45 to 60 seconds add in 12 raw jumbo shrimp (peeled & deveined and seasoned with sea salt & black pepper), mix the shrimps around with the garlic, 1 minute later remove the shrimps & garlic from the pan and set aside
  • Using the same pan with the same heat add in 1/2 onion finely diced and mix with the olive oil, 1 minute later add in 4 cloves garlic finely minced and continue to mix, 30 seconds later add in 1 cup of round rice, 1/4 cup frozen peas, 1/2 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads and season with sea salt & black pepper, mix it all together until well combined, then add in 3 cups vegetable broth, give it a mix so everything is evenly divided, you can mix once in a while, just don´t over mix, otherwise the rice will lose it´s texture
  • About 10 minutes after adding the broth, add in the garlic shrimp and evenly spread them out, after this step don´t mix the rice anymore, simmer on a medium-high heat for another 4 to 5 minutes, or until the broth has been fully incorporated into the rice, remove the pan from the heat and serve at once, enjoy!

SAFFRON-PEA BASMATI RICE SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
6 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick
2 cloves
3 1/2 cups water or vegetable stock
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch saffron
2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained well
3/4 cup frozen peas
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves coarsely chopped
4 scallions, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are lightly golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Increase the heat to high, add the cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, water, salt, black pepper and saffron and bring to a boil. Stir in the rice, cover, reduce the heat and simmer until the rice is tender. Stir in the peas, cover, and let the pan sit off the heat for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in the cilantro and scallions. Discard the cardamom pods, cinnamon stick and the cloves. Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and serve.

SAFFRON RICE SHRIMP SALAD



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"This easy recipe was inspired by a trip to Puerto Rico, where they served yellow rice and flavorful seafood dishes," writes Stephanie Howard from Oakland, California. "I combined them to create this lovely dish for two."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup torn Bibb or Boston lettuce
1 cup torn romaine
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
1 cup cooked saffron rice
1/2 pound cooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first eight ingredients; shake well. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Divide lettuces between two plates; top with avocado, rice and shrimp. Sprinkle with cilantro; drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

SAFFRON RICE SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for dressing
1 Spanish onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups long grain white rice
4 cups water
1 large pinch saffron threads
Salt and freshly ground pepper
8 spears asparagus, grilled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 red pepper, fire roasted and diced
1 yellow pepper, fire roasted and diced
3/4 cup salt cured olives, pitted and chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, ie: parsley or cilantro leaves
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 tablespoons aged Sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium pot on grates of grill or side burners. Add onions and garlic and cook until soft. Add the rice and stir to coat the grains of rice with the oil.
  • Place the water in a small pot and bring to a boil. Add the saffron to the onion mixture and let boil 1 minute. Add the boiling water to the rice, stir, add salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot and let cook 12 to 14 minutes or until the rice is just cooked. Let the rice sit, covered for 5 minutes then fluff with fork.
  • Transfer the rice to a large bowl and add the asparagus, peppers, olives and herbs. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and a few tablespoons of aged sherry vinegar. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SAFFRON ARROZ CON CAMARONES (SAFFRON RICE WITH SHRIMP)



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This is another Cuban recipe I picked up. It is outstanding. You can go with regular white rice here, but breakdown and buy the Valencia rice online if you don't have it locally. It holds more liquid and gives your meal a more authentic look

Provided by PJ991092

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs medium shrimp
4 1/4 cups water
2/3 cup Spanish olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and chopped
1 large green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 saffron strands, toasted in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dry oregano
1 bay leaf
2 cups valencia short-grain rice

Steps:

  • Shell, devein and refrigerate shrimp.
  • Place shrimp shells in a saucepan with the water and boil about 15 minutes. Strain and reserve 3 cups of the water (adjust for serving changes). Discard the shells.
  • In a shallow pan, heat the oil over medium heat until fragrant and saute shrimp quickly, just until they turn pink. Refrigerate again.
  • In the same oil, saute the onion and bell pepper until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook another 2 minutes. Stir in the tomato sauce, wine, salt, pepper, saffron, cumin, oregano and bay leaf and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Add the rice and the reserved shrimp water. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the pan and cook gently for about 30 minutes until the rice is tender and almost dry. Add the shrimp 5 minutes before the rice is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.3, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 191, Sodium 1362, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 25.9

SAFFRON RICE



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This simple recipe for saffron rice includes butter, onion, and saffron. It has been used in my family for quite some time and has always been a favorite.

Provided by LLADRACH

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter
¼ cup diced onion
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2 cups water
½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 pinch saffron threads
3 drops yellow food coloring

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Pour in rice and stir to coat. Stir in water, parsley flakes, saffron, and 3 drops of yellow food coloring (optional). Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 113 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SHRIMP AND RICE SALAD



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Serve this on individual plates on top lettuce leaves, garnish plates with quartered tomatoes, a couple of whole shrimp and a few whole olives. This is wonderful for a summertime (or any season) luncheon. Double or even triple the recipe to serve your guests. This should be made a few hours in advance and chilled to blend flavors. Prep time includes chilling time.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups cooked rice
2 cups shrimp, cooked and peeled (can leave whole or cut in half)
salt and pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or to taste)
1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets, washed and uncooked
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
green olives, chopped (any amount desired)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons French dressing

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together the mayo and French dressing (adjusting the French dressing to taste).
  • In a large bowl mix together ALL ingredients with the dressing, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover and chill for several hours before serving to blend flavors.

SHRIMP RICE SALAD



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This easy-to-prep salad is perfect to take to luncheons or bridal showers-and it makes a refreshing meal on a hot day. It's just as tasty with chicken for non-seafood lovers. -Joyce Pappert, Mars, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
3 cups cooked rice
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
Leaf lettuce
Cherry tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss gently. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and seasonings; shake well. Add to shrimp mixture; toss. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Serve on lettuce; garnish with tomatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 408mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

SAUTéED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC AND SAFFRON



Sautéed Shrimp With Garlic and Saffron image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup olive oil
3 sliced garlic cloves
1 1/2 pounds peeled shrimp
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
pinch of saffron
Parsley

Steps:

  • Put 1/4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add 3 sliced garlic cloves, and cook until golden.
  • Stir in 1 1/2 pounds peeled shrimp, 1 teaspoon each smoked paprika and ground cumin and a pinch of saffron (optional).
  • Cook, turning the shrimp once or twice, until they are pink, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 165, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 644 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SAFFRON RISOTTO WITH SHRIMP AND PEAS



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Plump shrimp and fresh spring peas make a delicious duo in this lemony risotto, while a pinch of saffron gives it a striking golden hue.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (from 1 small)
1 1/2 cups short-grain Italian rice, such as arborio
1/4 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 pinch saffron
1 pound large peeled, deveined shrimp
3/4 cup fresh peas
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1 1/2 ounces), plus more for serving

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine broth, 2 cups water, lemon zest, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Meanwhile, heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium. Swirl in 2 tablespoons oil. Add onion, season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, until translucent and grains begin to make a popping sound, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in wine and saffron; cook until wine is mostly evaporated, about 30 seconds.
  • Ladle 1 cup broth mixture into skillet. Stir with a wooden spoon at a moderate speed until most of broth is absorbed and bottom of skillet stays visible for a second or two as you mix, 2 to 3 minutes. Continue ladling broth into skillet, about 1/2 cup at a time (or enough to just cover rice). Stir slowly but constantly, allowing rice to absorb most of broth before adding more. Risotto is ready when rice is al dente and broth has thickened to a rich sauce, 20 to 25 minutes. (You may not need to use all of broth.) Add shrimp and peas to skillet with last addition of broth; cook until shrimp are opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in butter, lemon juice, and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with more cheese and pepper to serve. If the risotto becomes stiff before serving, stir in more hot broth, a little at a time, until it's loose and creamy.

SAFFRON SHRIMP PAELLA



Saffron Shrimp Paella image

Provided by Harley Pasternak, M.Sc.

Categories     Rice     Shellfish     Dinner     Seafood     Shrimp     Simmer     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon hot Spanish paprika or hot Hungarian paprika
Salt and black pepper
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth, plus more if needed
3/4 cup arborio rice
6 ounces peeled, deveined large shrimp (uncooked or thawed cooked frozen)
1/2 cup frozen small peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a medium heavy skillet with 2-inch sides, warm the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook for 6 minutes until softened, stirring often. Stir in the garlic, saffron, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Add broth and rice.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce the heat to low; cover and simmer for 12 minutes until the rice is almost tender. Nestle the shrimp and peas in the rice, and add 1/4 cup (or more) of the broth to moisten. Cover and cook until the shrimp are just opaque in the center, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your saffron rice shrimp salad. Look for plump, juicy shrimp, fragrant saffron, and long-grain rice.
  • Cook the rice perfectly: The rice in your salad should be tender and fluffy. Rinse the rice well before cooking, and use a ratio of 1 cup of rice to 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so it's important to not overcook it. Cook the shrimp for just a few minutes, until it's pink and opaque. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing in your salad is what will bring all the flavors together. Use a dressing that's tangy, flavorful, and complements the other ingredients in the salad.
  • Add some fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or mint, can add a pop of color and flavor to your salad. Stir them in just before serving.

Conclusion:

Saffron rice shrimp salad is a delicious, refreshing, and healthy dish that's perfect for a summer meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes. Whether you like your salad tangy, mild, or somewhere in between, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a light and flavorful meal, give saffron rice shrimp salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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