SUMMER ESSENTIALS: DELIGHTFUL SHRIMP SALAD

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I put this recipe together for my country club ladies, and served it at yesterday's Sunday brunch. The plates came back to the kitchen, clean. It is a simple recipe to assemble, and can be made several hours in advance. It has a light, refreshing dressing that is perfect for a Mid-Summer evening out by the pond, with some...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Other Salads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 21

PLAN/PURCHASE
THE SHRIMP
6 large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
salt, kosher variety, to taste
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
THE SAUCE
1 stalk(s) celery chopped
1 small scallion, finely chopped
2 Tbsp mayonnaise, plain variety
1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 tsp prepared horseradish
1/2 tsp rice wine vinegar, plain variety
1 pinch hungarian paprika
1/4 tsp salt, kosher variety
1 - 2 dash(es) frank's hot sauce
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
boston bib, or other large leaf lettuce
fresh dill, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. PREP/PREPARE
  • 2. Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 3. THE SHRIMP
  • 4. Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 400f (205c).
  • 5. Toss the shrimp with the olive oil, and a bit of salt and pepper.
  • 6. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, fitted with a wire rack.
  • 7. Place in the oven, and cook through, about 5 - 7 minutes.
  • 8. Remove from the oven, allow to cool, and then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • 9. THE SAUCE
  • 10. Add all the sauce ingredients together.
  • 11. Toss in the shrimp, and coat with the sauce.
  • 12. Chef's Note: Do a final tasting for seasoning. I usually find it needs a bit more salt.
  • 13. Place in the fridge for a minimum of 1 hour.
  • 14. PLATE/PRESENT
  • 15. Place the shrimp on a nice fresh bed of lettuce, garnish with fresh dill, and serve. Enjoy.
  • 16. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

Xephq
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This salad was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the shrimp and vegetables. I'll


Khusi Thapa
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I decided to give this shrimp salad a try, and I'm so glad I did! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the


Namuenge
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This shrimp salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love that it can be served as an appetizer or a main course. I will definitely be making this salad again and again this summer.


Vernell
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this salad again for my next potluck.


Hossam
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This salad was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the shrimp and vegetables. I'll


Huzaifa
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I decided to give this shrimp salad a try, and I'm so glad I did! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the


Ejaz Azeemi
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This shrimp salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love that it can be served as an appetizer or a main course. I will definitely be making this salad again and again this summer.


Menhaj Sadi
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this salad again for my next potluck.


AR Sakib
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This salad was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the shrimp and vegetables.


Roger Warner
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I decided to give this shrimp salad a try, and I'm so glad I did! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the


Anita Baker
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This shrimp salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love that it can be served as an appetizer or a main course. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Bipendra Nepali
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I made this salad for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination, and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this salad again for my next party.


Ruben Cardona
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This salad was so easy to make, and it turned out so delicious! I love that I could use pre-cooked shrimp, which saved me a lot of time. The dressing was also very flavorful, and it really complemented the shrimp and vegetables.


Kolawole Abegunde
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I've never been a huge fan of shrimp salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The shrimp was so tender and flavorful, and the salad was packed with fresh vegetables. I loved the addition of the avocado, which gave the salad a nice creamy texture.


Jehanna Artwell
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This shrimp salad was a delight to make and even better to eat! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.