Best 16 Wonton Salad Recipes

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Wonton salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is made with wonton wrappers that are filled with a variety of ingredients, such as shrimp, chicken, or vegetables. The wontons are then fried or steamed until they are crispy and golden brown. The salad is typically served with a light dressing, such as a vinaigrette or a sweet and sour sauce. Wonton salad is a popular dish in many Asian countries, and it is also becoming increasingly popular in the West. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make salad, then wonton salad is a great option.

Let's cook with our recipes!

WONTON TACO SALAD CUPS



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These wonton cups have all the flavors of a taco salad in one bite! Customize your taco cups with your favorite salsas and toppings!

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 taco cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
Twenty-four 3.5-by-3.5-inch square wonton skins
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated
1/2 pound ground turkey, preferably dark meat
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Heaping 1/2 cup grated Cheddar
Assorted toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced avocado, salsa, sour cream, pickled jalapeños, and chopped cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Delicately press the wonton skins into the mini muffin tin, being sure to make the base of the wonton skin is flat (this will ensure that the taco cup will stand flat when you remove them from the pan). Spray the wontons lightly with nonstick cooking spray and transfer them to the oven to bake until they are golden brown and crisp, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, heat a nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add in the onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add in the garlic and stir to combine. Add in the turkey, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Next add in the chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the turkey is cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • To assemble, keep the taco cups in the mini muffin tin (this will help with any unstable taco cups). Add a little cheese to each of the taco cups, then top them with the ground turkey mixture. Next add your desired toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced avocado, salsa, sour cream, pickled jalapeños, and chopped cilantro.
  • Transfer the taco cups to a platter and serve.

GRILLED WONTON CHICKEN SALAD



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Great for summer! Crispy fried wonton strips and grilled chicken top lettuce, almonds, sesame seeds, and mandarin oranges; finished with a delicious green onion-based dressing.

Provided by Penny Allen

Categories     Salad

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
teriyaki marinade
8 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ cup sugar
¾ cup rice vinegar
1 cup olive oil
½ (14 ounce) package wonton wrappers
oil for frying
1 head iceberg lettuce, chilled, and torn into bite-size pieces
1 (4 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
½ cup toasted sliced almonds
1 (10 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a bowl, pour teriyaki sauce over them, and coat well. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for direct heat.
  • For the dressing, place green onions, salt, pepper, and sugar in a blender. Pour in olive oil and rice vinegar. Blend until smooth. Remove to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Grill chicken, turning, until done. Remove to a cutting board, and cut into strips.
  • In a large skillet or wok, warm oil over medium-high heat. Cut wonton wrappers into strips. Fry wonton strips until crisp. Remove to paper towels.
  • In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, water chestnuts, sesame seeds, sliced almonds, and mandarin oranges. Pour dressing over salad, and toss gently. Top with fried wontons and grilled chicken strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 886.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 67.6 mg, Fat 63 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1107.3 mg, Sugar 25.4 g

CRAB SALAD IN CRISP WONTON CUPS



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (serving size is 3 pieces)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Nonstick cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers, thawed (if frozen)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 cup finely diced mango
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 2 mini-muffin tins with cooking spray.
  • Brush the wonton wrappers with oil, and place each wrapper into a section of a mini-muffin tin. Gently press each wrapper into the tin and arrange so that it forms a cup shape. The wrapper will overlap itself and stick up out of the cup. Sprinkle with salt and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until browned and crisp. Remove from the tin and allow wrappers to cool.
  • Meanwhile whisk together the zest, lime juice, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Add the oil and whisk until well combined.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the crabmeat, celery, mango, scallion and cilantro. Add dressing and toss to combine. Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve.

CRAB SALAD IN CRISP WONTON CUPS



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From the Food You Crave: Luscious Recipes for a Healthy Life. Notice how to prepare the cups and salad with dressing the day before. Then assemble on the day you need it. Posted for ZWT4.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers, thawed if frozen
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lb lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage
1/4 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 cup mango, peeled and finely diced
1/4 cup scallion, thinly sliced white & green parts
2 tablespoons cilantro, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Coat two min-muffin tins with cooking spray.
  • To make the wonton cups, brush both sides of the wonton wrappers with the canola oil and place each wrapper into a section of a mini-muffin tin.
  • Gently press each wrapper into the tin and arrange so that it forms a cup shape.
  • The wrapper will stick up out of the cup.
  • Sprinkle with the salt and bake until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Allow the cups to cool, then remove from the tin.
  • These can be prepared the day before and stored at room temperature in an airtight container.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the lime juice and zest, the salt, black pepper, and red pepper.
  • Add the olive oil and whisk until well combined.
  • To make the salad, in a medium bowl, gently toss together the crabmeat, celery, mango, scallions, and cilantro, trying not to break up the crab too much.
  • Add the dressing and gently toss to combine.
  • This can be prepared the day before and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
  • Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 478.5, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 11

CHICKEN SALAD WONTON STARS



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This recipe packs a bite-size punch of creamy chicken salad wrapped in a crispy shell. "These yummy wonton cups make a great appetizer for a ladies' luncheon or a fun snack anytime," assures Starr Tharp of Parchment, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
3 tablespoons fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
36 wonton wrappers
Refrigerated butter-flavor spray
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk, garlic salt and pepper until smooth. Stir in chicken and green onion; set aside. Spritz one side of each wonton wrapper with butter spray; press into mini muffin cups, buttered side down. , Bake at 350° for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown. Fill each cup with about 1 tablespoon chicken salad. Bake 5 minutes longer. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPETIZER- CRAB SALAD IN WONTON CUPS RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Appetizer- Crab Salad in Wonton Cups Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-2015

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the wonton cups
Cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers, thawed if frozen
2 tsps. canola oil
1/4 tsp. salt
For the dressing
2 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1 tsp. finely grated lime zest
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 Tbs. olive oil
For the salad
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked for shells
1 stalk celery, finely diced (1/4 cup)
1/2 cup peeled and finely diced ripe mango
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions (white and green parts)
2 Tbs. coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. To make the wonton cups, brush both sides of the wonton wrappers with the canola oil and gently press each wrapper into a mini-muffin tin so it forms a cup shape. Sprinkle with the salt and bake until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool cups and remove from the tin. To make the dressing, whisk together the lime juice and zest, the salt, black pepper and red pepper. Add the olive oil and whisk until well combined. To make the salad, in a medium bowl, gently toss together the crab meat, celery, mango, scallions and cilantro. Add the dressing and combine. Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve immediately.

CRISPY WONTON CUPS WITH TUNA SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 16m

Yield 12 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
12 square wonton wrappers
1 medium red onion
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger
2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (5-ounce) can chunk light tuna, drained
1 1/2 cups snow peas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 12-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place 1 wonton wrapper into each cup. Press the wontons into the cups with your fingers and spray each wrapper with cooking spray. Bake until they are golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Slice 1/2-inch thick slice from the onion and cut into thirds (reserve the remaining onion for Round 2 Recipe Nicoise Salad with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette and the Online Round 2 Recipe Ham and Cheese Breakfast Burrito). Into the bowl of a mini food processor, add the onion, ginger, brown mustard, red wine vinegar, crushed red pepper, canola oil, salt, and pepper, and pulse until combined. (If you do not have a mini food processor, finely chop the onion and ginger and whisk together with mustard, vinegar, oil and red pepper flakes.) Place into a bowl with the tuna. Thinly slice 1/2 cup of the snow peas (reserve remaining 1 cup snow peas for Round 2 Recipe Nicoise Salad with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette) and stir to combine.
  • Fill each wonton cup with the tuna salad, transfer to a serving platter, and serve immediately.

CRAB SALAD IN CRISP WONTON CUPS



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Make and share this Crab Salad in Crisp Wonton Cups recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Douglas Poe

Categories     Crab

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers (thawed if frozen)
2 teaspoons oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb lump crabmeat
1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375.
  • Spray 2 mini-muffin tins with cooking spray.
  • Brush the wanton wrappers with oil, and place each wrapper into a section of a mini-muffin tin.
  • Gently press each wrapper into the tin and arrange so that it forms a cup shape. The wrapper will overlap itself and stick up out of the cup.
  • Sprinkle with salt and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until browned and crisp. Remove from the tin and allow wrappers to cool.
  • Meanwhile mix crab meat, Cajun seasoning, celery, mayonnaise and scallions.
  • Spoon into the wanton cups, and then top them with scallions, or parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.1, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 93.1, Sodium 892.8, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 29.1

WONTON SALAD



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This is another recipe from the cookbook that my friend put together. We can eat so much of this salad! I am not sure what the size of can is for the water chestnuts. It is a complete guess, so get whatever size is available.

Provided by knobbyknee

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head lettuce (what ever combination you like)
2 -4 green onions, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can water chestnuts
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 cup almonds
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
wonton wrapper

Steps:

  • Mix the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • In a saucepan, saute the ingredients for the almonds. Cook on medium/low heat until almonds look toasted, careful not to burn them.
  • Turn almonds out onto plate or cookie sheet to cool. When cooled, break apart and put into salad mix.
  • Cut wontons into strips and deep fry as many as you want.
  • For the dressing, mix together and refrigerate until ready to serve. Pour over salad just before serving.

ASIAN TOSSED SALAD WITH WONTON STRIPS



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Posting for ZWT 6, so not tried by me yet. This is what the description states: This breezy salad from Bonnie Ann Bussiere-Bermeo of Sparks, Nevada has it all! Fresh tomatoes and pineapple add pretty color while balancing the zesty dressing. Topped with golden brown crispy wonton strips, every bite is full of flavor!!

Provided by diner524

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 1/2 cups romaine lettuce, torn
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
3 tablespoons onions, chopped (I would use green onion)
1 cup vegetable oil
5 wonton wrappers, cut into 1/4-inch strips
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, pineapple and onion; set aside. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil to 375°. Fry wonton strips, in batches, for 10-20 seconds or until lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle over salad.
  • In a blender, combine the vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper. While processing, gradually add olive oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a pitcher or bowl; serve with salad.

CRAB SALAD IN WONTON CUPS



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Categories     Shellfish

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers, thawed (if frozen)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the dressing:
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
For the salad:
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 cup finely diced mango
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 2 mini-muffin tins with cooking spray. Brush the wonton wrappers with oil, and place each wrapper into a section of a mini-muffin tin. Gently press each wrapper into the tin and arrange so that it forms a cup shape. The wrapper will overlap itself and stick up out of the cup. Sprinkle with salt and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until browned and crisp. Remove from the tin and allow wrappers to cool. Meanwhile whisk together the zest, lime juice, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Add the oil and whisk until well combined. In a medium bowl, toss together the crabmeat, celery, mango, scallion and cilantro. Add dressing and toss to combine. Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve.

MANGO-CURRY SHRIMP SALAD IN WONTON CUPS



Mango-Curry Shrimp Salad in Wonton Cups image

Green curry paste (a blend of green chilies, garlic, onion, and spices) adds explosive flavor to these one-biters. You'll need a miniature muffin tin to prepare the wonton cups. From Bon Appetit, October 2001.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 wonton wrappers, each cut into 4 squares (from one 12-ounce package)
vegetable oil
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
5 teaspoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons mango chutney
3/4 teaspoon thai green curry paste
12 ounces peeled cooked medium shrimp, coarsely chopped
fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F
  • Place wonton squares on work surface; brush lightly with oil.
  • Press each into miniature muffin cup, oiled side down.
  • Bake until wonton cups are golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Cool completely in tins. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Remove cups from tins and store airtight at room temperature.)
  • Whisk mayonnaise, chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, chutney, and curry paste in medium bowl to blend.
  • Stir in shrimp.
  • Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Salad can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Place wonton cups on serving platter.
  • Spoon 1 teaspoon shrimp salad into each cup.
  • Garnish with cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.6, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 9.8, Sodium 69.3, Carbohydrate 1.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1.2

ASIAN TOSSED SALAD WITH WONTON STRIPS



Asian Tossed Salad With Wonton Strips image

This is what the description states in Simple and Delicious Magazine: This breezy salad from Bonnie Ann Bussiere-Bermeo of Sparks, Nevada has it all! Fresh tomatoes and pineapple add pretty color while balancing the zesty dressing. Topped with golden brown crispy wonton strips, every bite is full of flavor!!

Provided by Lynn Dine

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 1/2 c romaine lettuce leaves torn
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c fresh pineapple, diced
3 Tbsp onions, chopped (i use green onion)
1 c vegetable oil
5 wonton wrappers, cut into 1/4-inch strips
3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp ground mustard
1/2 tsp lemon juice, fresh
1/8 tsp salt
dash black pepper
1/2 c olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, pineapple and onion; set aside. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil to 375°. Fry wonton strips, in batches, for 10-20 seconds or until lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle over salad.
  • 2. In a blender, combine the vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper. While processing, gradually add olive oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a pitcher or bowl; serve with salad.

CRAB SALAD IN CRISP WONTON CUPS



CRAB SALAD IN CRISP WONTON CUPS image

Categories     Appetizer

Yield 18 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the Wonton Cups:
Cooking spray
18 wonton wrappers, thawed (if frozen)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the dressing:
1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
For the salad:
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1/2 cup finely diced mango
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 2 mini-muffin tins with cooking spray. Brush the wonton wrappers with oil, and place each wrapper into a section of a mini-muffin tin. Gently press each wrapper into the tin and arrange so that it forms a cup shape. The wrapper will overlap itself and stick up out of the cup. Sprinkle with salt and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until browned and crisp. Remove from the tin and allow wrappers to cool. Meanwhile whisk together the zest, lime juice, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Add the oil and whisk until well combined. In a medium bowl, toss together the crabmeat, celery, mango, scallion and cilantro. Add dressing and toss to combine. Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve.

AUNTIE ELAINE'S CRAB SALAD IN CRISP WONTON CUPS



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My sister-in-law, Elaine, is the best cook I know. My husband and I have enjoyed her meals for many years. She made this dish as an appetizer and her grandchildren loved it. That recommendation was good enough for me. !!

Provided by Janice Splaha

Categories     Seafood

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

FOR THE WONTONS
18 wonton wrappers, thawed if frozen
2 tsp canola oil
1/4 tsp salt
FOR THE DRESSING
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp finely grated lime zest
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp olive oil
FOR THE SALAD
1/2 lb lump crabmeat, picked for shells
3/4 c celery, finely diced
1/2 c peeled and finely diced ripe mango
1/4 c thinly sliced green onions, white and green parts
2 Tbsp coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375* To make the wonton cups, brush both sides of the wonton wrappers with canola oil and gently press each wrapper into a mini-muffin tin so that it forms a cup shape. Sprinkle with the salt and bake until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool cups and remove from tin.
  • 2. To make the dressing, whisk together the lime juice and zest, the salt, black pepper and red pepper. Add the olive oil and whisk until well combined.
  • 3. To make salad, in a medium bowl, gently toss together the crab meat, celery, mango, green onions and cilantro. Add the dressing and combine. Fill each cup with the crab salad and serve immediately.

MANGO-CURRY SHRIMP SALAD IN WONTON CUPS



Mango-Curry Shrimp Salad in Wonton Cups image

Green curry paste (a blend of green chilies, garlic, onion, and spices) adds explosive flavor to these one-biters. You'll need a miniature muffin tin to prepare the wonton cups. From Bon Appetit, October 2001. These can also be made 1 day ahead so are a great make ahead appetizer for guests.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 wonton wrappers (from one 12-ounce package), each cut into 4 squares
vegetable oil
1/2 can(s) mayonnaise
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
5 tsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp mango chutney
3/4 tsp thai green curry paste
12 oz cooked medium shrimp, peeled, coarsely chopped
fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • 2. Place wonton squares on work surface; brush lightly with oil. Press each into miniature muffin cup, oiled side down.
  • 3. Bake until wonton cups are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Cool completely in tins. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Remove cups from tins and store airtight at room temperature.)
  • 4. Whisk mayonnaise, chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, chutney, and curry paste in medium bowl to blend.
  • 5. Stir in shrimp. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Salad can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • 6. Place wonton cups on serving platter. Spoon 1 teaspoon shrimp salad into each cup. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh wontons: Fresh wontons have a more delicate flavor and texture than frozen wontons.
  • Cook wontons properly: Wontons should be cooked until they are just cooked through. Overcooked wontons will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and color to your salad.
  • Don't skimp on the dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Make sure to use a dressing that you enjoy.
  • Serve wonton salad immediately: Wonton salad is best served immediately after it is made. The wontons will start to get soggy if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Wonton salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover wontons, and it is also a healthy and refreshing meal. With a variety of flavors and textures, wonton salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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