SOUTHWESTERN SHRIMP SALAD WITH SPICY SOUTHWESTERN DRESSING

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I know, it's a loooooong list of ingredients, but it's so worth it and it includes lots of variations. While marinating the shrimp, prepare all the other ingredients. To make it extra special, serve al fresco with friends. Don't forget to chill your plates. Prep times includes marinate time.

Provided by gailanng

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 48m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 30

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Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh cilantro leaves
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/2-1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 -1 1/2 lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil (use for cooking the shrimp) or 1 -1 1/2 tablespoon cooking oil (use for cooking the shrimp)
1 medium sweet onions (Vadalia, Walla Walla, Texas Sweet or about 8 green onions, thinly sliced including some green tops) or 1 medium red onion, peeled, cut into wedges (Vadalia, Walla Walla, Texas Sweet or about 8 green onions, thinly sliced including some green tops)
1 orange, peeled, seeds removed and sectioned (can substitute 2 - 3 tangerines or 4 clementines)
1 small yellow sweet peppers (or diced) or 1 small red pepper, cored, seeded and cut into thin strips (or diced)
1 small green pepper, cored, seeded and cut into thin strips (or diced)
4 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce or 4 cups other lettuce, cleaned and dried
1 cup fresh drained pineapple or 1 cup drained canned pineapple chunk
1 cup red grapes (or combination) or 1 cup green grape, seedless (or combination)
1/4 cup snipped fresh cilantro leaves
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced onions
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh cilantro leaves or 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 teaspoon finely snipped fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
cayenne pepper (or to taste) or several drops hot pepper sauce (or to taste)
1 pinch sugar (or to taste and optional)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil (mild flavored)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
reduced-fat cheese, of choice sliced black (optional) or ripe olives, and sprigs of cilantro for garnish (optional)

Steps:

For the Shrimp:.
In a deep medium bowl, combine first 9 marinade ingredients, blending well. Add shrimp, coating each well with marinade. Cover and refrigerate 30 to 45 minutes to allow shrimp to absorb marinade flavors.
While shrimp are marinating, prepare fruit and vegetables; set aside.
Remove shrimp from marinade, discarding marinade. In a medium heavy skillet, saute shrimp in 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoons hot oil for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp are opaque in color and cut easily with a fork and are done. Do not overcook as shrimp will become tough.
Arrange salad greens on each of four dinner plates, dividing evenly. Top each with sauteed shrimp, fruit, vegetables and snipped cilantro. Drizzle a small amount of Southwestern-style Vinaigrette Dressing over each salad. Garnish each with shredded cheese of choice, sliced olives, and a sprig of cilantro, if desired.
For the Dressing:.
In a deep small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients, blending well. With a wire whisk, gradually add both olive oil and salad oil, whisking until mixture is smooth and well blended. Add salt and pepper to taste, whisking to blend. Or, combine vinegar and oil in a blender container; cover and blend until mixture is smooth.
Add remaining ingredients, stirring by hand to mix. Dressing may be stored in the refrigerator, tightly covered, in a glass container for up to 1 week. Variation: Omit vinegar and use 1/3 to 1/2 cup lime juice. May add 1 teaspoon grated lime peel to dressing, if desired.

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MR JINKO

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This was the worst salad I've ever had. The dressing was like mayonnaise and the shrimp was like rubber. I threw the whole thing away.

Oma Mai

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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out terrible. The dressing was way too spicy and the shrimp was mushy. I do not recommend this recipe.

kashif SHAIKH

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This salad was a waste of time. The dressing was bland and the shrimp was rubbery. I won't be making this recipe again.

Sayim Saying chw

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I thought this salad was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland and the shrimp was overcooked. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.

Lazily_Wolf _Gurl

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The dressing was a bit too runny for my taste, but the salad was still good. I would recommend using less oil or yogurt in the dressing.

Melody Nezuko

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This salad was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The shrimp was cooked well and the dressing was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to someone who enjoys spicy food.

Rana Hamid ali

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I made this salad for my family and they all raved about it. The dressing is so creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp is cooked perfectly. This is definitely a keeper recipe.

Netra Bhujbal

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The flavors in this salad are incredible! The shrimp is cooked perfectly and the dressing is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.

Edward Andres

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This salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavors and the dressing was a crowd-pleaser. I'll definitely be making this again soon.

Veekie Kumara

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I'm not usually a fan of shrimp salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is amazing and the shrimp is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.

Zasmin Begom

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Loved this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are delicious. I especially enjoyed the combination of shrimp, avocado, and corn. Yum!

Lean Smit

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This Southwestern shrimp salad is a real winner! The flavors are so fresh and vibrant, and the dressing is the perfect balance of spicy and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.

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