GARLIC SHRIMP & RICE SALAD

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For this easy-to-make main dish salad, you can prepare the rice mixture and chop the vegetables ahead of time. Cook the shrimp at the last minute, then assemble it all together for a light yet satisfying meal. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
4 cups fresh baby arugula or baby spinach

Steps:

  • Toss shrimp with oil, garlic and oregano; let stand 15 minutes. Meanwhile, cook rice according to package directions. Transfer rice to a large bowl; cool slightly. For dressing, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, basil and lemon juice., In a large skillet, saute shrimp mixture over medium-high heat until shrimp turns pink, 2-3 minutes. Add to rice; stir in celery, parsley and pepper. Add arugula and toss lightly; serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Amir Amirthawanan
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This salad is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of shrimp, rice, and vegetables. It's a great meal for a summer party.


Taspiya Islam
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of shrimp, rice, and vegetables. It's the perfect meal for a summer picnic.


Canab Xasan
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy summer meal. The shrimp is cooked perfectly and the salad is very refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Muzzamil Khan
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was delicious. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the salad was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


namukwaya julian jammie
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cooks quickly and the salad is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rehan Jutt
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This salad is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of shrimp, rice, and vegetables. It's a great meal for a summer party.


kazi
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of shrimp, rice, and vegetables. It's the perfect meal for a summer picnic.


Sahneya binta Abedin Ana
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy summer meal. The shrimp is cooked perfectly and the salad is very refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mohammad Mahboob
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was delicious. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the salad was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Rajendra Koirala
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This salad was a huge hit at my last party. Everyone loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Miandaud Shah
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of shrimp, rice, and vegetables. It's the perfect meal for a summer picnic.


Nate Cottell
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp cooks quickly and the salad is very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Paul Kindlon
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This salad is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of shrimp, rice, and vegetables. It's a great meal for a summer party.


Toni Sims
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I loved the flavors in this salad. The garlic shrimp was especially good. I would definitely make this again.


Aher Jongkor
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so light and refreshing, and the garlic shrimp is so flavorful. I always make it when I'm looking for a healthy and easy meal.


Ailen Espinalnova
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. The dressing was also very good. I would definitely make this again.


Unruly Shan
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This salad was an easy and delicious dinner. I made it with brown rice and it was still very tasty. I also added some broccoli and carrots to the salad for some extra vegetables.