SPINACH, SHRIMP AND CANTALOUPE SALAD

Spinach, Shrimp and Cantaloupe Salad image

Provided by southern chef in lo

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 lb peeled cooked shrimp, cut into bite-size pieces
4 cups baby spinach leaves (about 6 ounces)
1 cup cantaloupe, cubes (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
1/4 cup orange juice
1 small shallot, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon poppy seed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

Combine shrimp, spinach and cantaloupe in large salad bowl.
Combine orange juice, shallot, oil, vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes, if desired, in small bowl. Stir well. Pour over salad just before serving. Toss gently, but thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.5, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 165.8, Sodium 294.6, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 5.6, Protein 19.3