SHRIMP SALAD WITH BASIL

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A nice fresh salad with a light vinaigrette dressing. Serve as is or over salad greens. Adapted from "Everyday with Rachael Ray," August 2009. To julienne basil: stack leaves, then roll up lengthwise, slice thin to form ribbons.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb shrimp, cooked
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
2 avocados, cut into cubes
1 shallot, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, julienned
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, tomatoes, avocados, shallot, and basil.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together zest of one lemon, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic, vinegar, salt and pepper to taste; slowly pour in olive oil, while whisking until combined.
  • Pour dressing over shrimp mixture and serve.

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