Chilled Shrimp Salad from Self Magazine

Trnquilit's Note:

This protein-rich dish virtually swims in antioxidants and niacin, which keeps skin healthy.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 11 mins
• Prep Time: 54 mins
• Cook Time: 17 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

Dressing

• 1 garlic clove (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 6 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Salad

• 1 lemon (juice & rind)
• 1 garlic clove (crushed)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ lbs large shrimp (tail intact)
• 4 lbs watermelon (cut into cubes, close to the rind)
• 1 lb heirloom tomato (cut into wedges)
• 1⁄3; cup crumbled feta
• ¼ cup fresh basil (torn)

Directions:

1. For Dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender.
2. For Salad: Fill a 4-qt. saucepan w/water & bring to a boil; add lemon juice, lemon rind, garlic, bay leaf, peppercorns & salt. Add shrimp, cover, remove from heat & let stand until shrimp is cooked, about 15 minute Drain & cool 10 min, then refrigerate 30 minute.
3. Line a large platter w/watermelon & tomatoes; top w/shrimp, feta & basil. Drizzle w/dressing.