Lemon Basil Shrimp Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    3 lbs unpeeled cooked large shrimp
    1 large red onion, sliced
    1 red bell pepper, sliced
    1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
    lemon-basil marinade
    1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
    16 cups salad greens
    8 parmesan cheese, baskets (optional)
    fresh lemon vinaigrette
    1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
    1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    1 large garlic clove, pressed
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    1/2 cup vegetable oil
Preparation
    Preparation.
    1. Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired. Place shrimp and next 4 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic freezer bag. Seal and chill 8 hours or up to 24 hours, turning bag occasionally. Stir in basil 1 hour before serving. Drain and discard marinade just before serving.
    2. Divide greens evenly between Parmesan Baskets or serving bowls; arrange drained shrimp mixture evenly over lettuce. Serve with Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette.
    Lemon Vinaigrette.
    Preparation.
    1. Whisk together first 5 ingredients. Gradually add oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking until blended.
    Note: To prepare ahead, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature, and whisk before serving.

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