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.

Yaniv Shmuel
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This salad is a waste of time and ingredients. It's not worth the effort to make.


Md Rihab
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I found this salad to be bland and uninspired. The dressing was too oily and the shrimp were overcooked.


Mohammad Amoudi
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less grapefruit juice in the dressing.


Nishan Khadka
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this salad. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the dressing was light and flavorful.


Md Opu Biawes
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. It's also a great make-ahead dish for a party.


Misba h
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I love the combination of shrimp, avocado, and grapefruit in this salad. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Jyoti Thapa
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Susan Ogunyemi
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I'm a big fan of shrimp salad, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Maham Usman
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This salad is a summer staple at our house. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Abdulwli Zazai
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I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I always get compliments when I make it.


Anu Shehzadi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a light dinner at home.


Team DRAGSHOT FF
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This salad is delicious and refreshing! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp are cooked perfectly and the dressing is light and tangy.


Sajim Vai
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this salad. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the dressing was light and flavorful. I would definitely make this salad again.


Cody Terrazas
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a light dinner at home. It's always a hit!


Rana Saeed
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! I love the combination of shrimp, avocado, and grapefruit. The dressing is also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.


krishnaprasad Kushwaha koiri
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This shrimp salad was a hit at my summer party! It was light, refreshing, and full of flavor. I used fresh shrimp from the market and the salad turned out perfectly. I didn't have any celery on hand, so I used thinly sliced cucumber instead. It worke