WARM SZECHUAN SHRIMP AND SPINACH SALAD

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A warm ginger-flavored dressing prepared with just a few ingredients tops this fresh and fun salad that's special enough for guests. The slight hint of heat beautifully complements shrimp and veggies. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 can (15 ounces) whole baby corn, drained
1 cup bean sprouts
1/4 cup salted roasted almonds, chopped
1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1-1/2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute shrimp in oil until no longer pink. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, corn, sprouts, almonds, water chestnuts, red pepper, cilantro, onion and shrimp., In the same skillet, combine the vinegar, ginger, garlic sauce and soy sauce. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Feelina
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next day.


Iced Tea
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I love the combination of shrimp and spinach in this salad. It's a great way to get your protein and veggies in one dish.


Omaima Hashmi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Lillian Naeles
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this salad was just the right amount of spicy. It was flavorful without being overpowering.


Lindokuhle Hlatshwayo
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a summer party.


shahid hasan
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I love the crunch of the water chestnuts in this salad.


Y. KH
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet.


Sudeep Pandey
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Iris Hernandez
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


HussainBux Nangrach
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook shrimp, and this recipe definitely delivered. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Terry Himes
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Sk Sajen
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I love how colorful this salad is. It's so visually appealing.


Nabujja Rose
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The Szechuan sauce was the perfect complement to the shrimp and spinach. It was spicy and flavorful, but not overpowering.


PRINCE APON
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of the shrimp, spinach, and dressing. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Meghla Sorkar
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach salads, but this one was delicious. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the shrimp and spinach were fresh and crisp. I'll definitely be making this again.


YahKath
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This Szechuan shrimp and spinach salad was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were bold and complex, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.