Shrimp Asparagus Salad With Vinaigrette
- Ready In:
- 22mins
- Ingredients:
- 16
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
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VINAIGRETTE
- 1⁄2 cup salad oil
- 1⁄4 cup vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1 dash cayenne
- 1 pinch pepper
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SALAD
- 1 1⁄2 lbs asparagus, thick ends removed
- 1 lb cooked shrimp, shelled and cleaned (buy it cooked or cook it fresh at home)
- 1 slice fresh lemon
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1⁄4 cup sliced green onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- lettuce leaf
- 1 ounce monterey jack cheese, grated (optional)
directions
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VINAIGRETTE:
- Combine salad oil, vinegar, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, cayenne, and pepper in a large mixing bowl or blender and mix until combined.
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SALAD:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add asparagus and boil 2 minutes, until bright green.
- Drain and chop asparagus.
- Place asparagus, shrimp, lemon, and prepared dressing in medium mixing bowl.
- Toss to combine and refrigerate.
- Meanwhile, combine red pepper, green onion, and parsley in small mixing bowl.
- To serve, drain shrimp mixture and arrange on plate with lettuce and cheese.
- Serve with bell pepper mixture on top of shrimp and asparagus.
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