Uptown Shrimp Salad

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A refreshing citrus and olive shrimp salad with a bright sherry vinaigrette
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Uptown Shrimp Salad

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 0.0

Description

This vibrant Uptown Shrimp Salad combines tender, freshly cooked shrimp with the bright acidity of navel oranges and the briny pop of pimiento-stuffed olives. The salad is tossed in a simple yet sophisticated sherry vinaigrette infused with garlic and orange zest, creating a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Built on a bed of crisp Bibb and leaf lettuce, it offers a delightful textural contrast that makes every bite refreshing. Ideal for warm summer evenings, potlucks, or as a light yet satisfying weeknight dinner, this dish brings a touch of Mediterranean elegance to your table without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add 1 pound of unpeeled medium-size fresh shrimp to the boiling water.
  3. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
  4. Drain the shrimp well and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  5. Chill the shrimp in the refrigerator until needed.
  6. Peel and devein the chilled shrimp, then set aside.
  7. In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar (or red wine vinegar), 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon grated orange rind, and 1 crushed garlic clove.
  8. Gradually add 1/3 cup olive oil to the vinegar mixture, beating well with a wire whisk until emulsified. Set aside.
  9. Peel 2 navel oranges and cut them into 1/2-inch round slices. Cut these slices into quarters.
  10. Add the orange quarters, peeled shrimp, and 1 cup sliced pimiento olives to the dressing. Stir gently to combine.
  11. Cover the bowl and chill the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  12. To serve, add 5 cups torn Bibb lettuce, 5 cups torn leaf lettuce, and 2 sliced green onions to the shrimp mixture. Toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 0.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: shrimp, salad, orange, lettuce, olive, vinaigrette, mediterranean, seafood, summer, light, fresh, citrus, garlic, vinegar, sherry, lettuce mix, appetizer, main course, potluck
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