Best 9 Warm Shrimp And Escarole Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance on the palate and textures tantalize the senses, there lies a dish that embodies the essence of coastal charm and rustic elegance: Warm Shrimp and Escarole Salad. This vibrant creation is a symphony of fresh, briny shrimp, earthy escarole, and a medley of zesty ingredients that come together in perfect harmony.

As the centerpiece of this culinary masterpiece, succulent shrimp are seared to perfection, their tender flesh infused with a subtle smokiness from the grill. The escarole, with its slightly bitter and peppery notes, provides a crisp and refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the shrimp. Completing this flavor symphony is a vibrant dressing that brings together the tang of lemon, the sharpness of Dijon mustard, and the herbal essence of parsley, creating a lively and harmonious dressing to elevate each bite.

Within this article, you'll find the recipe for this Warm Shrimp and Escarole Salad, along with variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary whims. Embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores and rustic charm of coastal Mediterranean cuisine.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WARM ESCAROLE SALAD



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Charred-but-crisp escarole gets a hint of sweetness from a raisin vinaigrette and a dash of crunch from toasted almonds.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head escarole (about 1 pound)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup toasted chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Quarter the escarole lengthwise through the stem end. Wash the escarole wedges under cold water, being sure to wash away any dirt or grit between the leaves. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup of the oil, whisking constantly, until blended. Stir in the raisins.
  • Arrange the escarole wedges, cut-side up, on a baking sheet. Drizzle the wedges with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until the escarole is browned and charred in places on top but still raw underneath, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Spoon the raisin vinaigrette over the warm escarole wedges; sprinkle with the almonds.
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ESCAROLE SALAD



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large head escarole, washed and hand torn

Steps:

  • Whisk together the honey, whole grain mustard, lemon juice, and then stream in the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss with the escarole.

ESCAROLE SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Make lemon-basil oil:
  • Mix 1/3 cup olive oil, a strip of lemon zest, 8 torn basil leaves and a pinch of salt; infuse 2 hours. Soak 1/2 thinly sliced red onion in water for 10 minutes to mellow the bite. When ready to serve, toss 1 head chopped escarole, the onion slices, 2 sliced celery stalks, 3/4 cup chopped green olives and a few tablespoons olive juice, 2 segmented lemons and 1/4 cup each toasted pine nuts and golden raisins in a serving bowl. Discard the zest from the infused oil, drizzle over the salad and season with salt and pepper.

WARM SHRIMP SALAD



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A salad made of butter lettuce and shrimp sauteed in butter and lemon. Use your favorite salad dressing or vinaigrette, and vary the amount to your liking.

Provided by Lizzard

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons butter
2 lemons, juiced
2 heads butter lettuce
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 cucumber, cleaned and chopped
½ cup shredded carrots
⅓ cup vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan melt butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and lemon juice, cook until shrimp just turn pink. Remove from heat and drain.
  • In a large bowl tear lettuce into bite-size pieces, add the tomatoes, avocado, celery, cucumber carrots and cooked shrimp, toss to combine. Top with your favorite dressing or vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 250.4 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 36.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 565.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

ESCAROLE SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING



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This has got to be one of my favorite salads because it has every flavor profile I'm usually craving all in one bowl. You'll get slight bitterness from the greens, saltiness from the bacon and anchovies, crunch from the crispy crostini, and sweetness from the vinaigrette. It's so good!

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings (12 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small baguette (about 6 inches), very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 head escarole or frisée lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 head radicchio, halved and thinly sliced crosswise
4 slices thick-cut bacon
1 anchovy fillet or 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste
1 small shallot, minced
2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Arrange the bread slices on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush evenly with the olive oil. Bake until toasted, turning halfway through, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Combine the escarole and radicchio in a serving bowl. Set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels, reserving the drippings in the skillet. Crumble the bacon.
  • Add the anchovy and shallot to the drippings in the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat. Whisk in the mustard, vinegar, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil until combined. Stir in the bacon and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour the warm dressing over the lettuce in the bowl, add the crostini, and toss to coat.

GRILLED SHRIMP AND ESCAROLE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 14-ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup thinly sliced jarred roasted red peppers
1 scallion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large head escarole, quartered lengthwise through the root
2 large links fresh chorizo (about 8 ounces)
Paprika (hot, sweet or smoked), for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Toss the beans, roasted red peppers, scallion, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl; set aside. Toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in another large bowl. Drizzle the cut sides of the escarole with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the escarole, chorizo and shrimp on the grill. Grill the escarole, turning once, until charred in spots, 2 to 4 minutes; divide among plates. Grill the shrimp and chorizo, turning once, until cooked through, about 5 minutes for the shrimp and 10 minutes for the chorizo. Add the shrimp to the bean mixture. Transfer the chorizo to a cutting board and slice into 1-inch pieces; add to the bean mixture and toss.
  • Spoon over the escarole; drizzle each serving with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Fat 36 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 269 milligrams, Sodium 1432 milligrams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 2 grams

PASTA WITH ESCAROLE AND SHRIMP



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Yogurt and feta create a bright, tangy sauce for this Greek-inspired dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 pound short pasta, such as campanelle or farfalle
1 large head escarole, trimmed and cut crosswise into 1-inch strips
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, sliced
3/4 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
7 ounces feta, crumbled (1 3/4 cups)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 1 minute less than package instructions. Add escarole and cook 1 minute. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add shrimp, season with salt, and cook until opaque throughout, 4 minutes. Add pasta mixture and 1/4 cup pasta water and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in yogurt, feta, and dill. If necessary, add remaining pasta water to create a light sauce that coats pasta. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646 g, Fat 24 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 10 g

WARM SHRIMP SALAD



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For a delicious change of pace, try this zesty shrimp mixture spooned over fresh salad greens. The blend of herbs provides plenty of zippy flavor. Serve it with thick slices of Italian or garlic bread for an easy supper. -Judith LaBrozzi, Canton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cups torn mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion and garlic in butter until onion is tender. Stir in the broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4 minutes or until heated through. Add shrimp; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. , Place salad greens on four serving plates; top with shrimp mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 180mg cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SHRIMP AND CRAB MACARONI SALAD



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This salad is a summertime staple in our house. If you want to splurge, go ahead and use real crab. -Darla Andrews, Boerne, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces imitation crabmeat, chopped
1 small cucumber, chopped
1 cup (6oz) peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Cool completely., For dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine crabmeat, shrimp, cucumber and macaroni. Add dressing; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 552mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest ingredients: Use plump and firm shrimp, and choose escarole with crisp leaves and a vibrant green color.
  • Clean the shrimp properly: Remove the shells and devein the shrimp to ensure there are no gritty or unpleasant textures.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it to prevent it from becoming tough and rubbery. A few minutes on each side is usually sufficient.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is crucial in enhancing the taste of the salad. Experiment with different combinations of olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices to create a well-balanced dressing.
  • Serve immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. Once you've combined all the ingredients, serve it promptly to savor the vibrant flavors and textures.

Conclusion:

Warm shrimp and escarole salad is a delightful and elegant dish that combines the briny sweetness of shrimp with the slightly bitter and peppery notes of escarole. The dressing adds a harmonious blend of flavors, creating a well-balanced and satisfying salad. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also an excellent way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients. With its simple yet sophisticated flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

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