SHRIMP AND PAPAYA SALAD

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This summer salad can make a light but satisfying lunch or supper. You buy the shrimp already cooked. Serve the salad with a small bowl of broth and some buttered warm crackers. For something sweet to finish this light meal, I love to get a good thick bar of chocolate, break it into chunks and serve it with iced coffee topped with whipped cream.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds cooked bay shrimp
1 papaya
1 head butter or Boston lettuce
A few sprigs parsley
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Salt

Steps:

  • Preparing the Shrimp
  • Rinse the cooked shrimp under cold running water, pat dry with paper towels, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
  • Preparing the Papaya
  • Cut the papaya in half lengthwise, and 1) use the spoon to scoop out and discard the seeds. Peel off the skin with a paring knife and discard, then place the papaya cut side down on a cutting board. 2) Use a sharp knife to cut the fruit lengthwise into slices 1/2 inch wide, then slice those pieces crosswise into 1/2-inch chunks. Remember that a ripe papaya is fragile, and will turn to mush if harshly handled.
  • Finishing the Salad
  • Rinse the lettuce leaves and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Rinse the parley and pat dry; remove the stems and discard. Finely chop the leaves.
  • Arrange 2 or 3 lettuce leaves on each serving plate, making them into a bed for the salad.
  • Stir the milk into the mayonnaise to thin it.
  • Distribute the shrimp and papaya onto the 4 plates. Sprinkle on salt, drizzle the dressing over each serving, and scatter some chopped parsley on top. Serve.

Charles Makhubele
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Overall, I thought this recipe was great. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Md Hasib Tajsbdim
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The salad was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.


Butholezwe Ncube
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tridib Mukherjee
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The shrimp and papaya salad was a hit at my party.


Jay Ranboo
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Prince Rasel
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I can't wait to try this salad with different fruits, like mango or pineapple.


Md Hamim Mondol
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This recipe is a keeper!


Riya Aktar
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I added some chopped peanuts to the salad for extra crunch.


Ghadir Kiserwani
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Kim Prothro
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The dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste, but that's easily fixed by adding less sugar or honey.


Elian Cruz mendez
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I was surprised at how well the shrimp and papaya went together. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Hilia Hango
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This is a great summer salad. It's light and flavorful, and the papaya adds a nice sweetness.


Good New
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


Dillon
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The salad was easy to make and really refreshing.


Sarah Thomas
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This recipe was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet papaya and savory shrimp was perfect.